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19 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Gessner, Pain Medicine Specialist in Bemidji, MN?
Dr. Maxwell Gessner, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bemidji, MN with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Gessner graduated from University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences and completed his residency at Akron Gen Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Gessner is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gessner’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gessner’s office.
Where did Dr. Gessner go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Akron Gen Med Ctr, General Surgery | University of Virginia Program
Medical School: University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences
Is Dr. Gessner board certified in Pain Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Maxwell Gessner, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Gessner speak?
Dr. Gessner and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Gessner treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Gessner 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. Gessner. 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:
- 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:
- Neck Spondylosis
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does Dr. Gessner perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Gessner 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. Gessner. 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:
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management 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)
Also known as:
- Sacroiliac Joint Injection
- SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac steroid injection
- Image-guided SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac joint block
CPT Codes:
- 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
Does Dr. Gessner accept my insurance?
Dr. Gessner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gessner accept in Bemidji, MN?
Dr. Gessner in Bemidji, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Medica
Medicare
MedStar Health
Reading School District (PA)
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Where is Dr. Gessner's office located?
What is Dr. Gessner's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gessner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467543447.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gessner?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gessner
What is Dr. Maxwell Gessner's specialty?
Dr. Gessner is a Pain Medicine Specialist near Bemidji, MN. 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. Gessner to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Maxwell Gessner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Gessner is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Rainy Lake Medical Center. 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?
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Is Maxwell Gessner accepting new patients in Bemidji, MN?
Yes, Dr. Maxwell Gessner is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Maxwell Gessner offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gessner's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Maxwell Gessner?
Please contact Dr. Gessner's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Maxwell Gessner have?
Dr. Maxwell Gessner is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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