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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Birkhimer, Pain Medicine Specialist in Indiana, PA?
Dr. Justin Birkhimer is a Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Indiana, PA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Birkhimer is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Birkhimer’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Birkhimer’s office at (724) 357-8135.
What languages does Dr. Birkhimer speak?
Dr. Birkhimer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Birkhimer typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Birkhimer 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. Birkhimer. 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:
- Low Back Pain
- Upper Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
- Thoracic Spine Pain
- Mid-Back Pain
- Thoracic Back Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
- M546: Pain in thoracic spine
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Muscle Pain
- Muscle Disorder
- Myalgia
- Muscle Ache
- Muscle Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7918: Myalgia, other site
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:
- Pain
- Body ache
- Discomfort
- Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R52: Pain, unspecified
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Birkhimer typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Birkhimer 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. Birkhimer. 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:
- Multiple Trigger Point Injections
- Trigger Point Release Injections
- Muscle Pain Injections
- Myofascial Pain Injections
CPT Codes:
- 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles
Does Dr. Birkhimer accept my insurance?
Dr. Birkhimer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (724) 357-8135 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Birkhimer accept in Indiana, PA?
Dr. Birkhimer in Indiana, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Independence Health Group
Medicare
United Mine Workers of America (UMWA)
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Birkhimer's office located?
Dr. Justin Birkhimer's Primary Practice
120 Irmc Dr Ste 110
Indiana, PA 15701
(724) 357-8135
What is Dr. Birkhimer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Birkhimer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992677769.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Birkhimer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Birkhimer
What is Dr. Justin Birkhimer's specialty?
Dr. Birkhimer is a Pain Medicine Specialist near Indiana, PA.
What does a Pain Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Justin Birkhimer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Birkhimer is affiliated with Indiana Regional Medical Center 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
When to see a Pain Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Justin Birkhimer accepting new patients in Indiana, PA?
No, Dr. Justin Birkhimer is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Justin Birkhimer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Birkhimer's office at (724) 357-8135 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Justin Birkhimer?
Please contact Dr. Birkhimer's office at (724) 357-8135 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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