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Dr. Michael Amster, MD

Dr. Michael Amster, MD

Fairfield, CA

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    Who is Dr. Amster, Pain Medicine Specialist in Fairfield, CA?

    Dr. Michael Amster, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Fairfield, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Amster graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Univ Ca Davis Health System, Family Medicine. Dr. Amster is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Amster’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Amster’s office at (707) 646-4666.

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

    • Residency: Univ Ca Davis Health System, Family Medicine | University of California (Davis) Program

    • Medical School: University Of Ca- Irvine- Ca Coll Of Med- Irvine Ca | University of California

    Is Dr. Amster board certified in Pain Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Amster, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Amster speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Amster treat?

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

    • Chronic pain syndrome
    • Other Chronic Pain Condition
    • Chronic Pain
    • Persistent pain syndrome
    • Long-term pain condition
    • Chronic widespread pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G894: Chronic pain syndrome
    • G8929: Other chronic pain

    Also known as:

    • Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Pain Relievers
    • Chronic opioid therapy
    • Ongoing narcotic pain medication
    • Opioid analgesic use
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic
    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache
    • Dorsalgia
    • Spinal Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
    • M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
    • PTSD
    • Trauma Stress
    • Combat Stress
    • Shell Shock

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F4310: Post-traumatic stress disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
    • Drug level testing
    • Medication monitoring
    • Therapeutic drug management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring

    Also known as:

    • Fibromyalgia
    • Widespread pain syndrome
    • Chronic muscle pain
    • Fibromyositis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M797: Fibromyalgia

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee

    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

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Tailbone Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Coccyx Disorder
    • Sacrococcygeal Pain
    • Tailbone Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M533: Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
    • Worn Lumbar Discs
    • Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Insomnia
    • Sleeplessness
    • Trouble sleeping
    • Chronic insomnia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4700: Insomnia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Psoriatic Arthritis
    • Psoriasis
    • Psoriatic joint inflammation
    • Arthritis with psoriasis
    • Psoriasis-related joint pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
    • Hand Arthritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M19049: Primary osteoarthritis, unspecified hand

    Also known as:

    • Left-Sided Lower Back Pain with Sciatica
    • Back Pain
    • Sciatica
    • Left Lumbago and Sciatica
    • Left Back and Leg Pain
    • Left Sciatic Back Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5442: Lumbago with sciatica, left side

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

    Does Dr. Amster accept my insurance?

    Dr. Amster accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (707) 646-4666 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Amster accept in Fairfield, CA?

    Dr. Amster in Fairfield, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Territories

    • All Other Third Party

    • Central California Alliance for Health

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • Partnership Health Plan

    • Sutter Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Amster's office located?

    Dr. Michael Amster's Primary Practice

    1101 B Gale Wilson Blvd Ste 307

    Fairfield, CA 94533

    (707) 646-4666

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    Dr. Michael Amster's Practice 2

    21507 E Cliff Dr

    Santa Cruz, CA 95062

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    Dr. Michael Amster's Practice 3

    1860 Pennsylvania Ave Ste 310

    Fairfield, CA 94533

    (707) 646-4666

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

    Dr. Amster's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114023058.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Amster?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Amster's specialty?

    Dr. Amster is a Pain Medicine Specialist near Fairfield, CA. 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. Amster to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Michael Amster affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Amster 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 Michael Amster accepting new patients in Fairfield, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Amster is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Amster offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Amster's office at (707) 646-4666 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Michael Amster?

    Please contact Dr. Amster's office at (707) 646-4666 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Amster have?

    Dr. Michael Amster is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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