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27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mckay, Anesthesiologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Andrew Mckay, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Mckay is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mckay’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mckay’s office at (713) 330-4737.
Is Dr. Mckay board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Andrew Mckay, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Mckay speak?
Dr. Mckay and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Mckay typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Mckay 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. Mckay. 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 Disc Displacement
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back
- Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
- Lumbar Disc Protrusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Panniculitis in Sacral Region
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Sacral Panniculitis
- Inflammation of Fat Under Skin
- Connective Tissue Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5408: Panniculitis affecting regions of neck and back, sacral and sacrococcygeal region
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Mckay typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Mckay 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. Mckay. 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 Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
CPT Codes:
- 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)
- 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
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
Also known as:
- Facet Joint Nerve Ablation (Lumbar/Sacral)
- Lumbar Facet Joint Denervation
- Sacral Facet Nerve Block
- Radiofrequency Ablation for Back Pain
CPT Codes:
- 64635: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, single facet joint
Also known as:
- Lumbar/Sacral Facet Joint Nerve Destruction (Additional)
- Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
- Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Spine
- Lumbar Facet Denervation
CPT Codes:
- 64636: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, each additional facet joint (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Mckay accept my insurance?
Dr. Mckay accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 330-4737 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mckay accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Mckay in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
MBA Benefit Administrators
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Mckay's office located?
What is Dr. Mckay's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mckay's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114010964.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mckay?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mckay
What is Dr. Andrew Mckay's specialty?
Dr. Mckay is a Anesthesiologist near Houston, TX.
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. Andrew Mckay affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mckay is affiliated with Oakbend 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
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Is Andrew Mckay accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Andrew Mckay is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Andrew Mckay offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mckay's office at (713) 330-4737 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Andrew Mckay?
Please contact Dr. Mckay's office at (713) 330-4737 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Andrew Mckay have?
Dr. Andrew Mckay is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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