Who is Dr. Lipetz, Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist in East Meadow, NY?
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What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Lipetz?
Dr. Jason Lipetz, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Lipetz empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Pain-Spine, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the East Meadow, NY community, Dr. Lipetz is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Lipetz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: UMDNJ
Medical School: Columbia Univ Coll of Physicians And Surgeons, New York Ny | Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons
Is Dr. Lipetz board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Jason Lipetz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
What languages does Dr. Lipetz speak?
Dr. Lipetz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Spanish
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist like Dr. Lipetz typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Lipetz 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. Lipetz. 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 Nerve Root Pain
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
- Sciatica
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist like Dr. Lipetz typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Lipetz 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. Lipetz. 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:
- Acupuncture Treatment
- Acupuncture Session (Initial)
- Electroacupuncture
- Acupuncture
- Traditional Chinese Medicine Needling
- Needle Therapy
- Acupuncture Session
- Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Acupuncture
- Acupuncture with Electrical Stimulation
- E-Stim Acupuncture
- Needle Therapy with Electricity
- Electrical Acupuncture Therapy
- Acupuncture for Pain
CPT Codes:
- 97811: Acupuncture, 1 Or More Needles; Without Electrical Stimulation, Each Additional 15 Minutes Of Personal One-On-One Contact With The Patient, With Insertion Of Needle(S) (List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure)
- 97810: Acupuncture, 1 Or More Needles; Without Electrical Stimulation, Initial 15 Minutes Of Personal One-On-One Contact With The Patient
- 97813: Acupuncture, 1 Or More Needles; With Electrical Stimulation, Initial 15 Minutes Of Personal One-On-One Contact With The Patient
- 97814: Acupuncture, 1 Or More Needles; With Electrical Stimulation, Each Additional 15 Minutes Of Personal One-On-One Contact With The Patient, With Insertion Of Needle(S) (List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure)
Also known as:
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
CPT Codes:
- 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:
- Spinal Nerve Block Injection
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
- Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Cervical Epidural Injection
- Thoracic Epidural Injection
- Nerve Root Block
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64479: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic, single level
- 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)
Does Dr. Lipetz accept my insurance?
Dr. Lipetz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 393-8941 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lipetz accept in East Meadow, NY?
Dr. Lipetz in East Meadow, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Christian Brothers Services (CBEBT)
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
Truman Medical Centers
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Lipetz's office located?
What is Dr. Lipetz's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lipetz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881783116.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lipetz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lipetz