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Dr. Luis Vascello, MD

Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Anesthesiologist

Lexington, KY

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Vascello, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Lexington, KY?

    Dr. Luis Vascello, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Lexington, KY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Vascello completed his residency at Univ Of Ky Hosp-Chandler Mc, Anesthesiology. Dr. Vascello is fluent in English, Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vascello’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vascello’s office at (859) 260-2766.

    Where did Dr. Vascello go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Of Ky Hosp-Chandler Mc, Anesthesiology

    • Medical School: University De Buenos Aires- Fac De Med- Buenos Aires- Argentina

    Is Dr. Vascello board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Luis Vascello, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Vascello speak?

    Dr. Vascello and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Italian
    • Portuguese
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Vascello typically treat?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Vascello 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. Vascello. 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 Spondylosis
    • Neck Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
    • Cervical Spondylosis
    • Neck Arthritis
    • Degenerative Neck Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region

    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

    What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Vascello typically perform?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Vascello 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. Vascello. 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
    • Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
    • TFESI (Lumbar)
    • Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
    • Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
    • 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
    • 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
    • Lumbar/Sacral Facet Joint Nerve Destruction (Additional)
    • Facet joint block
    • Zygapophyseal joint injection
    • Lower back facet injection
    • Sacral facet injection
    • Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
    • Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Spine
    • Lumbar Facet Denervation

    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)
    • 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)

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
    • Guided Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
    • Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance
    • Paravertebral Facet Joint Injection
    • Cervical Facet Injection
    • Thoracic Facet Injection
    • Zygapophyseal Joint Injection

    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)
    • 64490: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic; 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:

    • Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
    • Cervical Facet Injection
    • Thoracic Facet Injection
    • Zygapophyseal Joint Injection
    • Spinal Joint Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64491: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Vascello accept my insurance?

    Dr. Vascello accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (859) 260-2766 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Vascello accept in Lexington, KY?

    Dr. Vascello in Lexington, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Vascello's office located?

    Dr. Luis Vascello's Primary Practice

    1760 Nicholasville Rd Ste 302

    Lexington, KY 40503

    (859) 260-2766

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    Dr. Luis Vascello's Practice 2

    1004 Leawood Dr

    Frankfort, KY 40601

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    Dr. Luis Vascello's Practice 3

    101 Eastside Dr Ste A

    Georgetown, KY 40324

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    What is Dr. Vascello's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Vascello's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679668065.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vascello?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vascello

    What is Dr. Luis Vascello's specialty?

    Dr. Vascello is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Lexington, KY.

    What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist do?

    In both hospital and outpatient settings, an anesthesiologist offers patients with acute, chronic, and/or cancer pain a high standard of care by serving as their primary care physician or consultant. Moreover, the anesthesiologist collaborates with other specialists to coordinate the needs of patient care.

    Is Dr. Luis Vascello affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Vascello is affiliated with Baptist Health Lexington, Baptist Health Richmond, Baptist Health Corbin, Clark Regional Medical Center, Baptist Health Hardin, Baptist Health Louisville which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 - Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Luis Vascello accepting new patients in Lexington, KY?

    Yes, Dr. Luis Vascello is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Luis Vascello offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Vascello's office at (859) 260-2766 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Luis Vascello?

    Please contact Dr. Vascello's office at (859) 260-2766 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Vascello's office located?

    Dr. Vascello's offices are located in Lexington, KY, Frankfort, KY, and Georgetown, KY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Luis Vascello have?

    Dr. Luis Vascello is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.