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Who is Dr. Wassef, Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist in Gainesville, FL?
Dr. Youssef Wassef, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Gainesville, FL. He is board certified. Dr. Wassef graduated from Ain Shams University Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at FRANKFORD HOSPITAL. Dr. Wassef is fluent in English, Arabic, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wassef’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wassef’s office at (352) 367-3422.
Where did Dr. Wassef go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: FRANKFORD HOSPITAL
Medical School: Ain Shams University Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Wassef board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Youssef Wassef, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
What languages does Dr. Wassef speak?
Dr. Wassef and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Wassef treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Wassef 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. Wassef. 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:
- Overweight
- Body Weight
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- Excess Weight
- High BMI (Overweight)
- Pre-Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E663: Overweight
Also known as:
- Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
- Pain Relievers
- Chronic opioid therapy
- Ongoing narcotic pain medication
- Opioid analgesic use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic
Also known as:
- Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbosacral Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47817: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
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:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
What procedures does Dr. Wassef perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Wassef 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. Wassef. 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 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:
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
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
- 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)
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
Also known as:
- Trigger Point Injection
- Muscle Pain Injection
- Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
- Trigger Point Release Injection
CPT Codes:
- 20552: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 1 or 2 muscle(s)
Also known as:
- Sacroiliac Joint Injection
- SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac steroid injection
- Image-guided SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac joint block
CPT Codes:
- 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
Does Dr. Wassef accept my insurance?
Dr. Wassef accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (352) 367-3422 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wassef accept in Gainesville, FL?
Dr. Wassef in Gainesville, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
AvMed Health Plan
Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Tennessee
Sterling Jewelers
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Wassef's office located?
Dr. Youssef Wassef's Primary Practice
6801 NW 9th Blvd Ste 4
Gainesville, FL 32605
(352) 367-3422
What is Dr. Wassef's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wassef's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205936770.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wassef?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wassef
What is Dr. Youssef Wassef's specialty?
Dr. Wassef is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist near Gainesville, FL. A physiatrist specializing in Pain Medicine evaluates and treats patients with acute or chronic pain, including pain associated with cancer, in both hospital and outpatient settings. They also collaborate with other specialists to coordinate comprehensive care tailored to the patients needs. Contact Dr. Wassef to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Youssef Wassef affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Wassef is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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 Youssef Wassef accepting new patients in Gainesville, FL?
Yes, Dr. Youssef Wassef is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Youssef Wassef offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wassef's office at (352) 367-3422 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Youssef Wassef?
Please contact Dr. Wassef's office at (352) 367-3422 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Youssef Wassef have?
Dr. Youssef Wassef is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
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