34 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Savu, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Jonesboro, AR?
Dr. Calin Savu, MD is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Jonesboro, AR. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Savu graduated from Universitatea de Medicina si Farmacie Carol Davila and completed his residency at Bronx Municipal Hosp Ctr, Anesthesiology; Morristown Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Savu is fluent in English, French, Hebrew, Moldavian, Moldovan, and Romanian, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Savu’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Savu’s office at (870) 972-0411.
Where did Dr. Savu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Bronx Municipal Hosp Ctr, Anesthesiology; Morristown Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine | Bronx Municipal Hospital Center | Bronx-Lebanon Hospital Center Program
Medical School: Carol Davila University of Medicine & Pharmacy | Universitatea de Medicina si Farmacie Carol Davila
Is Dr. Savu board certified as an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Calin Savu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Savu speak?
Dr. Savu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Hebrew
Moldavian
Moldovan
Romanian
What conditions does Dr. Savu treat?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Savu 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. Savu. 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:
- Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Degeneration
- Lower Back Spinal Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbosacral Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Lumbar Spondylosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47817: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
- M47896: Other spondylosis, lumbar region
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 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:
- Neck Spondylosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
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:
- Shoulder Bursitis
- Bursitis
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Inflamed Shoulder Bursa
- Shoulder Joint Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7551: Bursitis of right shoulder
What procedures does Dr. Savu perform?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Savu 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. Savu. 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:
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
- Cervical Epidural Injection
- Thoracic Epidural Injection
- Pain Relief Spinal 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
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging 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)
- 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)
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 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:
- Guided Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
- Sacroiliac Joint Injection
- Intercostal Nerve Block
- Celiac Plexus Block
- Paravertebral Facet Joint Injection
- Cervical Facet Injection
- Thoracic Facet Injection
- Zygapophyseal Joint Injection
- SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac steroid injection
- Image-guided SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac joint block
- Rib nerve injection
- Chest wall nerve block
- Intercostal pain injection
- Celiac plexus injection
- Abdominal pain block
- Nerve block for abdominal pain
CPT Codes:
- 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
- 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
- 64420: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; intercostal nerve, single level
- 64530: Injection, anesthetic agent; celiac plexus, with or without radiologic monitoring
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Thoracic Sympathetic Nerve Block
- Sympathetic Nerve Block (Back)
- Paravertebral Sympathetic Injection
- Lower Back Nerve Block for Pain
CPT Codes:
- 64520: Injection, anesthetic agent; lumbar or thoracic (paravertebral sympathetic)
Also known as:
- Nerve Ablation for Neck or Upper Back Pain
- Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
- Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Neck
- Cervical Facet Denervation
- Thoracic Facet Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64633: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); cervical or thoracic, 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)
Also known as:
- Facet Joint Nerve Ablation (Neck/Mid-Back)
- Radiofrequency Ablation Facet Joint
- Cervical Facet Nerve Destruction
- Thoracic Facet Nerve Block
- Spine Nerve Ablation
CPT Codes:
- 64634: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); cervical or thoracic, each additional facet joint (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:
- Intercostal Nerve Block (Additional Level)
- Suprascapular Nerve Block
- Rib Nerve Block
- Chest Wall Nerve Injection
- Intercostal Pain Injection
- Thoracic Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Suprascapular Nerve Injection
- Pain Relief Injection for Shoulder Nerve
- Shoulder Pain Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64421: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; intercostal nerve, each additional level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 64418: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; suprascapular nerve
Also known as:
- Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
- Ultrasound-Guided Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
- Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
- Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
- Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Knee Injection with Ultrasound
- Intermediate Joint Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Bursa Injection with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
- 20606: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
Also known as:
- Small Joint or Bursa Injection with Ultrasound
- Ultrasound-Guided Joint Aspiration
- Finger Joint Injection
- Toe Joint Injection
- Bursa Injection with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 20604: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, small joint or bursa (eg, fingers, toes); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
Does Dr. Savu accept my insurance?
Dr. Savu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (870) 972-0411 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Savu accept in Jonesboro, AR?
Dr. Savu in Jonesboro, AR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Where is Dr. Savu's office located?
Dr. Calin Savu's Primary Practice
505 E Matthews Ave Ste 103
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(870) 972-0411
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 2 reviews
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
90% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
100% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
80% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Calin Savu an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Savu has been rated and reviewed by 2 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Savu, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Savu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Savu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801976956.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Savu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Savu
What is Dr. Calin Savu's specialty?
Dr. Savu is a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Jonesboro, AR. 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. Savu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Calin Savu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Savu is affiliated with St. Bernards Medical Center, Great River Medical Center 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
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Is Calin Savu accepting new patients in Jonesboro, AR?
No, Dr. Calin Savu is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Calin Savu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Savu's office at (870) 972-0411 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Calin Savu?
Please contact Dr. Savu's office at (870) 972-0411 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Calin Savu have?
Dr. Calin Savu is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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