22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Handel, Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist in Providence, RI?
Dr. Todd Handel, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Providence, RI with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Handel completed his residency at Spaulding Rehab Hosp, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; A Einstein Coll M-Yeshiva U, Internal Medicine. Dr. Handel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Handel’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Handel’s office at (401) 305-5280.
Where did Dr. Handel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Spaulding Rehab Hosp, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; A Einstein Coll M-Yeshiva U, Internal Medicine | Massachusetts General Hospital
Medical School: University of Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi
Is Dr. Handel board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Todd Handel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation , American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation since 2006
What languages does Dr. Handel speak?
Dr. Handel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist like Dr. Handel typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Handel 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. Handel. 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:
- 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:
- Jaw Muscle Pain
- Muscle Disorder
- Mastication Muscle Pain
- TMJ Pain
- Jaw Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7911: Myalgia of mastication muscle
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:
- 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
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist like Dr. Handel typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Handel 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. Handel. 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 Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
- Cervical Epidural Injection
- Thoracic Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Relief Spinal Injection
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
CPT Codes:
- 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)
- 64493: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; single level
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Facet joint block
- Zygapophyseal joint injection
- Lower back facet injection
- Sacral facet injection
CPT Codes:
- 64494: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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
Does Dr. Handel accept my insurance?
Dr. Handel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (401) 305-5280 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Handel accept in Providence, RI?
Dr. Handel in Providence, RI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Neighborhood Health Plan of Rhode Island
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Handel's office located?
Dr. Todd Handel's Primary Practice
285 Governor St Ste 100
Providence, RI 02906
(401) 305-5280
What is Dr. Handel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Handel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518067883.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Handel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Handel
What is Dr. Todd Handel's specialty?
Dr. Handel is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist near Providence, RI.
What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist do?
A physiatrist specializing in Pain Medicine evaluates and treats patients with acute or chronic pain, including pain associated with cancer, in both hospital and outpatient settings. They also collaborate with other specialists to coordinate comprehensive care tailored to the patients needs.
Is this Dr. Todd Handel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Handel is affiliated with Rhode Island 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 Todd Handel accepting new patients in Providence, RI?
Yes, Dr. Todd Handel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Todd Handel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Handel's office at (401) 305-5280 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Todd Handel?
Please contact Dr. Handel's office at (401) 305-5280 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Todd Handel have?
Dr. Todd Handel is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
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