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Dr. Krishna Nadar, MD

Pain Medicine Specialist

Louisville, KY

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Nadar, Pain Medicine Specialist in Louisville, KY?

    Dr. Krishna Nadar, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Louisville, KY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Nadar completed his residency at Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Anesthesiology. Dr. Nadar is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nadar’s office at (502) 896-6166.

    Where did Dr. Nadar go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Anesthesiology

    Is Dr. Nadar board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Krishna Nadar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Nadar speak?

    Dr. Nadar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Tamil

    What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Nadar typically treat?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Nadar diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Nadar. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Degeneration
    • Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
    • Lumbosacral Spondylosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47896: Other spondylosis, lumbar region
    • M47817: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
    • Pain Relievers
    • Chronic opioid therapy
    • Ongoing narcotic pain medication
    • Opioid analgesic use

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic

    Also known as:

    • Neck Spondylosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Spondylosis
    • Neck Arthritis
    • Degenerative Neck Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47892: Other spondylosis, cervical region

    What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Nadar typically perform?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Krishna Nadar may include:

    Please contact Dr. Nadar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Nadar accept my insurance?

    Please contact Dr. Nadar's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

    Where is Dr. Nadar's office located?

    Dr. Krishna Nadar's Primary Practice

    1013A N DuPont Sq

    Louisville, KY 40207

    (502) 896-6166

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    Dr. Krishna Nadar's Practice 2

    2816 Veach Rd Ste 105

    Owensboro, KY 42303

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    What is Dr. Nadar's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Nadar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801821962.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nadar?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nadar

    What is Dr. Krishna Nadar's specialty?

    Dr. Nadar is a Pain Medicine Specialist near Louisville, KY.

    What does a Pain Medicine Specialist do?

    Pain medicine is a primary medical specialty centered on a distinct body of knowledge and a defined clinical scope, grounded in science, research, and education. This type of medicine focuses on the study, prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of individuals experiencing pain. A comprehensive evaluation considers physical, psychological, cognitive, and socio-cultural factors contributing to pain. Treatment options include pharmacological, invasive, behavioral, cognitive, rehabilitative and complementary strategies, based on the patient's specific needs. Pain medicine physicians serves as primary care providers for the management of pain or can also act as consultants to other physicians, direct an interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary treatment team, conduct research, or advocate for the patient's pain care with public and private agencies. These physicians work in various settings, including offices, clinics, hospitals, universities, and governmental or public institutions.

    Is Dr. Krishna Nadar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Nadar is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see a Pain Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pain Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Krishna Nadar accepting new patients in Louisville, KY?

    Yes, Dr. Krishna Nadar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Krishna Nadar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nadar's office at (502) 896-6166 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Krishna Nadar?

    Please contact Dr. Nadar's office at (502) 896-6166 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Nadar's office located?

    Dr. Nadar's offices are located in Louisville, KY and Owensboro, KY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Krishna Nadar have?

    Dr. Krishna Nadar is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.