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Dr. Kazimierz Szczech, MD

Clifton, NJ

39 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Szczech, Pain Medicine Specialist in Clifton, NJ?

    Dr. Kazimierz Szczech, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Clifton, NJ with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Szczech graduated from Akademia Medyczna and completed his residency at St Vincent'S Hsp & M C-Ny, Anesthesiology; Sisters Charity Hlthcare Sys, Internal Medicine. Dr. Szczech is fluent in English, Polish, Russian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Szczech’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Szczech’s office at (973) 473-4400.

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

    • Residency: St Vincent'S Hsp & M C-Ny, Anesthesiology; Sisters Charity Hlthcare Sys, Internal Medicine | St Vincent Charity Medical Center/Case Western Reserve University Program

    • Medical School: Akademia Med- Lublin- Poland | Akademia Medyczna

    Is Dr. Szczech board certified in Pain Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Kazimierz Szczech, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Szczech speak?

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

    • English

    • Polish

    • Russian

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Szczech treat?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Szczech 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. Szczech. 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:

    • Lower Back Disc Disorder with Spinal Cord Issues
    • Spinal Cord Disease
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Myelopathy
    • Slipped Disc in Lower Back affecting Spinal Cord
    • Lumbar Myelopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5106: Intervertebral disc disorders with myelopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Sciatica (Right Side)
    • Sciatica (Left Side)
    • Sciatica
    • Right Sciatic Nerve Pain
    • Right Leg Nerve Pain
    • Right Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Left Sciatic Nerve Pain
    • Left Leg Nerve Pain
    • Left Lumbar Radiculopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5431: Sciatica, right side
    • M5432: Sciatica, left side

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee
    • M25562: Pain in left knee

    Also known as:

    • Vertebrogenic Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • vertebral low back pain
    • spine-related low back pain
    • discogenic low back pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5451: Vertebrogenic low back pain

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee

    Also known as:

    • Panniculitis of Lower Back
    • Panniculitis of Lower Back and Tailbone Area
    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Inflammation of Fat Layer in Lower Back
    • Lumbar Panniculitis
    • Connective Tissue Disorder of Lower Back
    • Inflammation of Fat Layer in Lumbosacral Area
    • Lumbosacral Panniculitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5406: Panniculitis affecting regions of neck and back, lumbar region
    • M5407: Panniculitis affecting regions of neck and back, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

    • Right Shoulder Pain
    • Left Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Right Shoulder
    • Right Shoulder Ache
    • Right Shoulder Discomfort
    • Sore Left Shoulder
    • Left Shoulder Ache
    • Left Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder
    • M25512: Pain in left shoulder

    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:

    • 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:

    • Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
    • Back Pain
    • SI Joint Inflammation
    • Sacroiliac Dysfunction
    • Inflamed SI Joint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Right Trochanteric Bursitis
    • Bursitis
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Right Hip Bursitis
    • Inflamed Right Hip Bursa
    • Right Greater Trochanteric Bursitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7061: Trochanteric bursitis, right hip

    Also known as:

    • Upper Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Thoracic Spine Pain
    • Mid-Back Pain
    • Thoracic Back Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M546: Pain in thoracic spine

    Also known as:

    • Right Hip Pain
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Hip
    • Right Hip Ache
    • Right Hip Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25551: Pain in right hip

    Which procedures does Dr. Szczech perform as a Pain Medicine Specialist?

    Does Dr. Szczech accept my insurance?

    Dr. Szczech accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (973) 473-4400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Szczech accept in Clifton, NJ?

    Dr. Szczech in Clifton, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Carepoint Health

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Keenan and Associates

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Szczech's office located?

    Dr. Kazimierz Szczech's Primary Practice

    1033 Clifton Ave Ste 102

    Clifton, NJ 07013

    (973) 473-4400

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    Dr. Kazimierz Szczech's Practice 2

    350 Boulevard

    Passaic, NJ 07055

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

    Dr. Szczech's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821037805.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Szczech?

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

    What is Dr. Kazimierz Szczech's specialty?

    Dr. Szczech is a Pain Medicine Specialist near Clifton, NJ. 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. Contact Dr. Szczech to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kazimierz Szczech affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Szczech 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

    Where can I learn more about Pain Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Pain Medicine Specialist with 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 Kazimierz Szczech accepting new patients in Clifton, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Kazimierz Szczech is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kazimierz Szczech offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Szczech's office at (973) 473-4400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kazimierz Szczech?

    Please contact Dr. Szczech's office at (973) 473-4400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kazimierz Szczech have?

    Dr. Kazimierz Szczech is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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