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Dr. Andrew Belavic, MD
Elmhurst, IL
33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Belavic, Pain Medicine Specialist in Elmhurst, IL?
Dr. Andrew Belavic, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Elmhurst, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Belavic completed his residency at Northwestern University Med School and is currently affiliated with Elmhurst Memorial Hospital. Dr. Belavic is fluent in English, Russian, and Ukrainian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Belavic’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Belavic’s office at (206) 628-4010.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Belavic?
Dr. Andrew Belavic, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pain Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Belavic empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Pain - Cancer, Pain-Low Back, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Elmhurst, IL community, Dr. Belavic is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Belavic go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Northwestern University Med School
Medical School: Ross University / School of Medicine & Veterinary Medicine
Is Dr. Belavic board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Andrew Belavic, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Belavic speak?
Dr. Belavic and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
Ukrainian
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Belavic typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Belavic 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. Belavic. 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:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
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:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Uncomplicated Childbirth
- Childbirth
- Normal Delivery
- Natural Birth
- Vaginal Delivery
ICD-10 Codes:
- O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Belavic typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Belavic 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. Belavic. 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:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
- Cervical Epidural Injection
- Thoracic Epidural Injection
- Pain Relief Spinal Injection
CPT Codes:
- 62323: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
- 62321: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, cervical or thoracic; with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
Also known as:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Spinal Cord Stimulator Implant
- Epidural neurostimulator placement
- Percutaneous spinal stimulator
- SCS implant
CPT Codes:
- 63650: Percutaneous implantation of neurostimulator electrode array, epidural
Also known as:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
- Sacroiliac Joint Injection
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
- Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance
- SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac steroid injection
- Image-guided SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac joint block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64484: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, each additional level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
Does Dr. Belavic accept my insurance?
Dr. Belavic accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 628-4010 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Belavic accept in Elmhurst, IL?
Dr. Belavic in Elmhurst, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Belavic's office located?
What is Dr. Belavic's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Belavic's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841226776.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Belavic?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Belavic
What is Dr. Andrew Belavic's specialty?
Dr. Belavic is a Pain Medicine Specialist near Elmhurst, IL.
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 this Dr. Andrew Belavic affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Belavic is affiliated with Endeavor Health Elmhurst Hospital 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
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Is Andrew Belavic accepting new patients in Elmhurst, IL?
Yes, Dr. Andrew Belavic is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Andrew Belavic offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Belavic's office at (206) 628-4010 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Andrew Belavic?
Please contact Dr. Belavic's office at (206) 628-4010 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Andrew Belavic have?
Dr. Andrew Belavic is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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