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Who is Dr. Criner, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Pell City, AL?
Dr. Michele Criner is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Pell City, AL with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Criner is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Criner’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Criner’s office at (205) 338-6655.
What languages does Dr. Criner speak?
Dr. Criner and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Criner treat?
As a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Criner 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. Criner. 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:
- Pain Disorder with Psychological Factors
- Mental Disorder
- Pain
- Psychogenic Pain
- Chronic Pain with Mental Health Issues
- Stress-Related Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- F4542: Pain disorder with related psychological factors
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 Disc Degeneration with Back and Leg Pain
- Lower Back Disc Degeneration with Pain
- Degenerative Disc Disease with Leg Pain
- Lumbar Discogenic Pain with Radiculopathy
- Sciatica from Disc Degeneration
- Degenerative Disc Disease
- Lumbar Disc Pain
- Discogenic Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M51372: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbosacral region with discogenic back pain and lower extremity pain
- M51370: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbosacral region with discogenic back pain only
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:
- 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:
- Degenerative Disc Disease with Back Pain
- Spinal Disc Degeneration
- Lumbar Disc Degeneration
- Discogenic Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M51360: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region with discogenic back pain only
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Neck Disc Degeneration
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Neck
- Worn Neck Discs
- Cervical Spondylosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5030: Other cervical disc degeneration, unspecified cervical region
Which procedures does Dr. Criner perform as a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?
As a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Michele Criner may include:
- Anti-Pain Stimulator Implantation
- Discogram
- Electromyograph (EMG)
- Epidural Injection
- Nerve Block
- Ozone Prolotherapy
- Pain Management Consultation
- Pain Medicine Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Criner's office.
Does Dr. Criner accept my insurance?
Dr. Criner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 338-6655 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Criner accept in Pell City, AL?
Dr. Criner in Pell City, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Devoted Health
Humana
Lowes
Medicare
State of Alabama
UnitedHealthcare
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Criner's office located?
Dr. Michele Criner's Primary Practice
2804 Dr John Haynes Dr
Pell City, AL 35125
(205) 338-6655
What is Dr. Criner's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Criner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811607609.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Criner?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Criner
What is Dr. Michele Criner's specialty?
Dr. Criner is a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Pell City, AL. 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. Contact Dr. Criner to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michele Criner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Criner is affiliated with UAB 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
Where can I learn more about Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?
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Is Michele Criner accepting new patients in Pell City, AL?
No, Dr. Michele Criner is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michele Criner offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Criner's office at (205) 338-6655 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michele Criner?
Please contact Dr. Criner's office at (205) 338-6655 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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