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Dr. Adrian Escontrias, MD
San Antonio, TX
22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Escontrias, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Adrian Escontrias, MD is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Escontrias completed his residency at Methodist Hosps Of Dallas, General Surgery; Univ Tx Southwestern Med Sch, Anesthesiology. Dr. Escontrias is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Escontrias’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Escontrias’s office at (915) 772-2617.
Where did Dr. Escontrias go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Methodist Hosps Of Dallas, General Surgery; Univ Tx Southwestern Med Sch, Anesthesiology
Is Dr. Escontrias board certified as an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Adrian Escontrias, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Escontrias speak?
Dr. Escontrias and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Escontrias typically treat?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Escontrias 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. Escontrias. 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:
- Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
- Pain Relievers
- Chronic opioid therapy
- Ongoing narcotic pain medication
- Opioid analgesic use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic
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
- 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:
- Muscle Pain
- Muscle Disorder
- Myalgia
- Muscle Ache
- Muscle Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7918: Myalgia, other site
Also known as:
- Left Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Left Shoulder
- Left Shoulder Ache
- Left Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25512: Pain in left shoulder
What procedures does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Escontrias typically perform?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Escontrias 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. Escontrias. 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/Sacral Facet Joint Nerve Destruction (Additional)
- Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
- Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Spine
- Lumbar Facet Denervation
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)
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
Also known as:
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
CPT Codes:
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
Also known as:
- Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
- Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
- Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
- Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Knee Injection with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
Does Dr. Escontrias accept my insurance?
Dr. Escontrias accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (915) 772-2617 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Escontrias accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Escontrias in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Medicaid
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Escontrias' office located?
101 Texas Pain Physicians San Antonio
1202 E Sonterra Blvd Ste 101
San Antonio, TX 78258
(915) 772-2617
What is Dr. Escontrias's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Escontrias's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316044050.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Escontrias?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Escontrias
What is Dr. Adrian Escontrias's specialty?
Dr. Escontrias is a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near San Antonio, TX.
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. Adrian Escontrias affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Escontrias 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
When to see an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Adrian Escontrias accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Adrian Escontrias is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Adrian Escontrias offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Escontrias's office at (915) 772-2617 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Adrian Escontrias?
Please contact Dr. Escontrias's office at (915) 772-2617 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Adrian Escontrias have?
Dr. Adrian Escontrias is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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101 Texas Pain Physicians San Antonio
1202 E Sonterra Blvd Ste 101
San Antonio, TX 78258