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Dr. Thomas Ragukonis, MD
Paramus, NJ
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Ragukonis, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Paramus, NJ?
Dr. Thomas Ragukonis, MD is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Paramus, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ragukonis is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ragukonis’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ragukonis’s office at (201) 634-9000.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Ragukonis?
Dr. Thomas Ragukonis, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Ragukonis empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arthritis, Pain Management, Pain-Interventional Techniques, Pain-Low Back, Pain-Neck, Pain-Neuropathic, Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD), Telemedicine, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Paramus/NJ community, Dr. Ragukonis is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Ragukonis speak?
Dr. Ragukonis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ragukonis treat?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ragukonis 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. Ragukonis. 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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Displacement
- Lower Back and Sacrum Disc Displacement
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back
- Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
- Lumbar Disc Protrusion
- Slipped Disc in Lumbosacral Spine
- Herniated Disc in Lumbosacral Region
- Lumbosacral Disc Protrusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region
- M5127: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
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
What procedures does Dr. Ragukonis perform?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ragukonis 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. Ragukonis. 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
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
- Cervical Epidural Injection
- Thoracic Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Relief Spinal Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Pain Management Injection
- 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
- 62321: 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, cervical or thoracic; with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
- 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
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
- Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance
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)
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:
- Spinal Cord Stimulator Implant
- Epidural neurostimulator placement
- Percutaneous spinal stimulator
- SCS implant
CPT Codes:
- 63650: Percutaneous implantation of neurostimulator electrode array, epidural
Also known as:
- Discography Injection (Neck or Mid-Back)
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Cervical Discography
- Thoracic Discography
- Spinal Disc Injection for Diagnosis
CPT Codes:
- 62291: Injection procedure for discography, each level; cervical or thoracic
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:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Ragukonis accept my insurance?
Dr. Ragukonis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (201) 634-9000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ragukonis accept in Paramus, NJ?
Dr. Ragukonis in Paramus, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Clover Health
CMS
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicare
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Ragukonis' office located?
Dr. Thomas Ragukonis' Primary Practice
37 W Century Rd Ste 101
Paramus, NJ 07652
(201) 634-9000
Dr. Thomas Ragukonis' Practice 2
654 Springfield Ave
Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922
(908) 219-8800
What is Dr. Ragukonis's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ragukonis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992744312.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ragukonis?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ragukonis
What is Dr. Thomas Ragukonis's specialty?
Dr. Ragukonis is a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Paramus, NJ. Interventional pain medicine focuses on diagnosing and treating pain and related disorders using interventional techniques. It is primarily aimed at managing subacute, chronic, persistent, and intractable pain, either as a standalone treatment or in combination with other therapeutic approaches. Contact Dr. Ragukonis to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Thomas Ragukonis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ragukonis is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Hudson Regional Hospital. 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 Thomas Ragukonis accepting new patients in Paramus, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Ragukonis is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Ragukonis offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ragukonis's office at (201) 634-9000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Ragukonis?
Please contact Dr. Ragukonis's office at (201) 634-9000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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