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Dr. Derek Fitzgerald, MD

Austin, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fitzgerald, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Austin, TX?

    Dr. Derek Fitzgerald, MD is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Austin, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Fitzgerald is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fitzgerald’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fitzgerald’s office at (832) 654-2202.

    What languages does Dr. Fitzgerald speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Fitzgerald treat?

    As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Fitzgerald 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. Fitzgerald. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Chronic pain syndrome
    • Chronic Pain
    • Persistent pain syndrome
    • Long-term pain condition
    • Chronic widespread pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G894: Chronic pain syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Neck Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
    • Cervical Spondylosis
    • Neck Arthritis
    • Degenerative Neck Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Myositis
    • Muscle inflammation
    • Inflammatory myopathy
    • Muscle pain and weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6089: Other myositis, multiple sites

    Also known as:

    • Other Specified Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • Atypical Anxiety
    • Uncommon Anxiety Disorder
    • Specific Anxiety Problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F418: Other specified anxiety disorders

    What procedures does Dr. Fitzgerald perform?

    As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Fitzgerald performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Fitzgerald. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
    • TFESI (Lumbar)
    • Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
    • Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
    • Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
    • Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Paravertebral Facet Injection
    • Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)

    CPT Codes:

    • 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
    • 64493: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; single level

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar/Sacral Facet Joint Nerve Destruction (Additional)
    • Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
    • Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Spine
    • Lumbar Facet Denervation
    • Facet joint block
    • Zygapophyseal joint injection
    • Lower back facet injection
    • Sacral facet injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64636: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, each additional facet joint (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 64494: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Facet Joint Nerve Ablation (Lumbar/Sacral)
    • Lumbar Facet Joint Denervation
    • Sacral Facet Nerve Block
    • Radiofrequency Ablation for Back Pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 64635: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, single facet joint

    Does Dr. Fitzgerald accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fitzgerald accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (832) 654-2202 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fitzgerald accept in Austin, TX?

    Dr. Fitzgerald in Austin, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

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    • Cigna

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Gordon Food Service

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Fitzgerald's office located?

    Dr. Derek Fitzgerald's Primary Practice

    805 E 32nd St Ste 100-102

    Austin, TX 78705

    (832) 654-2202

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    Dr. Derek Fitzgerald's Practice 2

    17510 W Grand Pkwy S

    Sugar Land, TX 77479

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    Dr. Derek Fitzgerald's Practice 3

    66 Gruene Park Dr Ste 210

    New Braunfels, TX 78130

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

    Dr. Fitzgerald's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649825290.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fitzgerald?

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

    What is Dr. Derek Fitzgerald's specialty?

    Dr. Fitzgerald is a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Austin, TX. Interventional pain medicine focuses on diagnosing and treating pain and related disorders using interventional techniques. It is primarily aimed at managing subacute, chronic, persistent, and intractable pain, either as a standalone treatment or in combination with other therapeutic approaches. Contact Dr. Fitzgerald to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Derek Fitzgerald affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fitzgerald is affiliated with Methodist Hospital - San Antonio which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They 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

    Where can I learn more about Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?

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    Is Derek Fitzgerald accepting new patients in Austin, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Derek Fitzgerald is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Derek Fitzgerald offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fitzgerald's office at (832) 654-2202 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Derek Fitzgerald?

    Please contact Dr. Fitzgerald's office at (832) 654-2202 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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