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32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chatas, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Ann Arbor, MI?
Dr. John Chatas, MD is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Ann Arbor, MI with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Chatas completed his residency at Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, Anesthesiology; Wm Beaumont Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Chatas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chatas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chatas’s office at (734) 547-4860.
Where did Dr. Chatas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, Anesthesiology; Wm Beaumont Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | University Mi Med School
Medical School: University of Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi | University of Mi Med Sch
Is Dr. Chatas board certified as an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. John Chatas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Chatas speak?
Dr. Chatas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chatas typically treat?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Chatas 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. Chatas. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
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:
- 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
What procedures does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chatas typically perform?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Chatas 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. Chatas. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
- Cervical Epidural Injection
- Thoracic Epidural Injection
- Pain Relief Spinal Injection
CPT Codes:
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
- 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)
- 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:
- Spinal Adhesion Removal (Epidural Lysis) - Single Session
- Epidural Adhesiolysis
- Percutaneous Lysis of Adhesions
- Spinal Scar Tissue Removal
CPT Codes:
- 62264: Percutaneous lysis of epidural adhesions using solution injection (eg, hypertonic saline, enzyme) or mechanical means (eg, catheter) including radiologic localization (includes contrast when administered), multiple adhesiolysis sessions; 1 day
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
- Sacroiliac Joint Injection
- 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Chatas accept my insurance?
Dr. Chatas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (734) 547-4860 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chatas accept in Ann Arbor, MI?
Dr. Chatas in Ann Arbor, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Fox Insurance Company
HealthSmart
Henry Ford Health System
Medicare
Paramount
Spectrum / Priority Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Chatas' office located?
What is Dr. Chatas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chatas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083710107.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chatas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chatas
What is Dr. John Chatas's specialty?
Dr. Chatas is a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Ann Arbor, MI.
What does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. John Chatas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chatas is affiliated with Promedica Charles And Virginia Hickman Hospital, Chelsea Hospital, Trinity Health Ann Arbor Hospital, Promedica Monroe Regional Hospital, Henry Ford Jackson Hospital, Promedica Toledo Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 John Chatas accepting new patients in Ann Arbor, MI?
Yes, Dr. John Chatas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Chatas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chatas's office at (734) 547-4860 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Chatas?
Please contact Dr. Chatas's office at (734) 547-4860 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Chatas have?
Dr. John Chatas is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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