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Who is Dr. Bhandari, Anesthesiologist in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Arun Bhandari, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Pittsburgh, PA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Bhandari completed his residency at Med Coll Wi Affil Hosps, Pain Management; Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Critical Care Medicine-Anesthesiology; Loyola Univ Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Med Coll Wi Affil Hosps, Anesthesiology. Dr. Bhandari is fluent in English, Hindi, and Panjabi; Punjabi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bhandari’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bhandari’s office at (410) 761-9896.
Where did Dr. Bhandari go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Med Coll Wi Affil Hosps, Pain Management; Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Critical Care Medicine-Anesthesiology; Loyola Univ Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Med Coll Wi Affil Hosps, Anesthesiology
Medical School: University Coll Of Med Scis- University Of Delhi- New Delhi- Delhi- India
Is Dr. Bhandari board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Arun Bhandari, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Bhandari speak?
Dr. Bhandari and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Panjabi; Punjabi
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Bhandari typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Bhandari 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. Bhandari. 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
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
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
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Bhandari typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Bhandari 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. Bhandari. 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 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:
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
CPT Codes:
- 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
Does Dr. Bhandari accept my insurance?
Dr. Bhandari accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 761-9896 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bhandari accept in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Bhandari in Pittsburgh, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Bhandari's office located?
What is Dr. Bhandari's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bhandari's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982796108.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bhandari?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bhandari
What is Dr. Arun Bhandari's specialty?
Dr. Bhandari is a Anesthesiologist near Pittsburgh, PA.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Arun Bhandari affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Bhandari is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Upmc Mercy, Pittsburgh Va Medical Center - University Drive. 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
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Is Arun Bhandari accepting new patients in Pittsburgh, PA?
Yes, Dr. Arun Bhandari is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Arun Bhandari offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bhandari's office at (410) 761-9896 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Arun Bhandari?
Please contact Dr. Bhandari's office at (410) 761-9896 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Arun Bhandari have?
Dr. Arun Bhandari is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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