21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ortiz, Pain Medicine Specialist in Vestal, NY?
Dr. Ralph Ortiz, DO is a Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Vestal, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Ortiz graduated from Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Palmetto General Hospital. He is a member of the AMERICAN ACADEMY OF PAIN MANAGEMENT, AMERICAN COLLEGE OF OSTEOPATHIC PAIN MGT. & SCLEROTHERAPY, AMERICAN COLLEGE OF OSTEOPATHIC FAMILY PHYSICIANS, SOUTH FLORIDA OSTEOPATHIC MEDICAL ASSOCIATION, AMERICAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION, AMERICAN OSTEOPATHIC ASSOCIATION, and American Osteopathic Association, DO. Dr. Ortiz is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ortiz’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ortiz’s office at (607) 444-6868.
Where did Dr. Ortiz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Palmetto General Hospital
Medical School: Nova Southeastern College Of Osteopathic Medicine | Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Is Dr. Ortiz board certified in Pain Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Ralph Ortiz, DO is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine since 2012
What languages does Dr. Ortiz speak?
Dr. Ortiz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Ortiz treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ortiz 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. Ortiz. 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:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain from Injury
- Chronic pain after medical procedure
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
- Post-traumatic chronic pain
- Long-term pain after injury
- Persistent pain from trauma
- Chronic post-operative pain
- Long-term pain after surgery
- Persistent post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
- G8929: Other chronic pain
- G8921: Chronic pain due to trauma
- G8928: Other chronic postprocedural pain
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:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Neck Joint Dysfunction
- Mid-Back Joint Dysfunction
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical spine dysfunction
- Neck segmental dysfunction
- Neck somatic dysfunction
- Thoracic spine dysfunction
- Mid-back segmental dysfunction
- Thoracic somatic dysfunction
ICD-10 Codes:
- M9901: Segmental and somatic dysfunction of cervical region
- M9902: Segmental and somatic dysfunction of thoracic region
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Muscle Pain
- Head and Neck Muscle Pain
- Muscle Disorder
- Myalgia
- Muscle Ache
- Muscle Soreness
- Neck Muscle Ache
- Head Muscle Soreness
- Cervical Myalgia
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7918: Myalgia, other site
- M7912: Myalgia of auxiliary muscles, head and neck
Also known as:
- Tendon and Joint Lining Inflammation (Other Site)
- Joint Disorder
- Tendinitis
- Tendinitis (Other Area)
- Tenosynovitis (Other Area)
- Synovitis (Other Area)
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6588: Other synovitis and tenosynovitis, other site
Also known as:
- Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
- Back Pain
- SI Joint Inflammation
- Sacroiliac Dysfunction
- Inflamed SI Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Chronic Low Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5459: Other low back pain
Also known as:
- Spine Tendon/Ligament Pain
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Enthesopathy
- Enthesitis of the Spine
- Spine Connective Tissue Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4602: Spinal enthesopathy, cervical region
- M4606: Spinal enthesopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
Also known as:
- Primary Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Primary Widespread Arthritis
- Idiopathic Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Generalized Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M150: Primary generalized (osteo)arthritis
Also known as:
- Right Hip Pain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Hip
- Right Hip Ache
- Right Hip Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25551: Pain in right hip
Which procedures does Dr. Ortiz perform as a Pain Medicine Specialist?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ralph Ortiz may include:
- Anti-Pain Stimulator Implantation
- Discogram
- Electromyograph (EMG)
- Epidural Injection
- Nerve Block
- Ozone Prolotherapy
- Pain Management Consultation
- Pain Medicine Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ortiz's office.
Does Dr. Ortiz accept my insurance?
Dr. Ortiz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (607) 444-6868 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ortiz accept in Vestal, NY?
Dr. Ortiz in Vestal, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
HealthNow New York
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ortiz's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
AMERICAN ACADEMY OF PAIN MANAGEMENT
Member
AMERICAN COLLEGE OF OSTEOPATHIC PAIN MGT. & SCLEROTHERAPY
Member
AMERICAN COLLEGE OF OSTEOPATHIC FAMILY PHYSICIANS
Member
SOUTH FLORIDA OSTEOPATHIC MEDICAL ASSOCIATION
Member
AMERICAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION
Member
AMERICAN OSTEOPATHIC ASSOCIATION
Member
American Osteopathic Association, DO
Member
What is Dr. Ortiz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ortiz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720171879.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ortiz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ortiz
What is Dr. Ralph Ortiz's specialty?
Dr. Ortiz is a Pain Medicine Specialist near Vestal, NY. Pain medicine is a primary medical specialty centered on a distinct body of knowledge and a defined clinical scope, grounded in science, research, and education. This type of medicine focuses on the study, prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of individuals experiencing pain. A comprehensive evaluation considers physical, psychological, cognitive, and socio-cultural factors contributing to pain. Treatment options include pharmacological, invasive, behavioral, cognitive, rehabilitative and complementary strategies, based on the patient's specific needs. Pain medicine physicians serves as primary care providers for the management of pain or can also act as consultants to other physicians, direct an interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary treatment team, conduct research, or advocate for the patient's pain care with public and private agencies. These physicians work in various settings, including offices, clinics, hospitals, universities, and governmental or public institutions. Contact Dr. Ortiz to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ralph Ortiz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ortiz is affiliated with Cayuga 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 Ralph Ortiz accepting new patients in Vestal, NY?
Yes, Dr. Ralph Ortiz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ralph Ortiz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ortiz's office at (607) 444-6868 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ralph Ortiz?
Please contact Dr. Ortiz's office at (607) 444-6868 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ralph Ortiz have?
Dr. Ralph Ortiz is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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