23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shikhtholth, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Decatur, AL?
Dr. Ahmad Shikhtholth, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Decatur, AL. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Shikhtholth graduated from University Of Damascus Faculty Of Med Damascus Syria and completed his residency at Damascus University, Damascus, Syria.. Dr. Shikhtholth is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shikhtholth’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shikhtholth’s office at (256) 301-9994.
Where did Dr. Shikhtholth go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: New York Medical College, New York, NY.
Residency: Damascus University, Damascus, Syria. | New York Medical College, New York, NY
Medical School: University Of Damascus Faculty Of Med Damascus Syria | University Of Damascus Faculty Of Med Damascus Syria
Is Dr. Shikhtholth board certified in Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Ahmad Shikhtholth, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Shikhtholth speak?
Dr. Shikhtholth and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does Dr. Shikhtholth treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Shikhtholth 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. Shikhtholth. 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:
- 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:
- Low Back Pain
- Upper Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
- Thoracic Spine Pain
- Mid-Back Pain
- Thoracic Back Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
- M546: Pain in thoracic spine
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 and Tailbone Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Lumbosacral Region with Radiculopathy
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
- Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5117: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Neck Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Disc Degeneration
- Lumbosacral Disc Degeneration
- Worn Spinal Discs
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5137: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
- Lumbosacral Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Nerve Compression in Lumbosacral Spine
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M4807: Spinal stenosis, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Worn Lumbar Discs
- Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Neck Disc Degeneration
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Neck
- Worn Neck Discs
- Cervical Spondylosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5030: Other cervical disc degeneration, unspecified cervical region
Also known as:
- Neck and Upper Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Neck/Upper Back with Radiculopathy
- Pinched Nerve in Neck/Upper Back
- Slipped Disc causing Nerve Pain in Neck/Upper Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5013: Cervical disc disorder with radiculopathy, cervicothoracic region
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Degeneration
- Degenerative Disc Disease
- Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear
- Spinal Disc Deterioration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M51379: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbosacral region without mention of lumbar back pain or lower extremity pain
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:
- Lower Back Pain with Sciatica
- Back Pain
- Sciatica
- Lumbago and Sciatica
- Back and Leg Pain
- Sciatic Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5440: Lumbago with sciatica, unspecified side
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Displacement
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back
- Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
- Lumbar Disc Protrusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region
Which procedures does Dr. Shikhtholth perform as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ahmad Shikhtholth 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. Shikhtholth's office.
Does Dr. Shikhtholth accept my insurance?
Dr. Shikhtholth accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 301-9994 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shikhtholth accept in Decatur, AL?
Dr. Shikhtholth in Decatur, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
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Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Alabama
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Shikhtholth's office located?
Dr. Ahmad Shikhtholth's Primary Practice
2208 Danville Rd SW Ste G
Decatur, AL 35601
(256) 301-9994
What is Dr. Shikhtholth's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shikhtholth's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902987431.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shikhtholth?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shikhtholth
What is Dr. Ahmad Shikhtholth's specialty?
Dr. Shikhtholth is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Decatur, AL. In both hospital and outpatient settings, an anesthesiologist offers patients with acute, chronic, and/or cancer pain a high standard of care by serving as their primary care physician or consultant. Moreover, the anesthesiologist collaborates with other specialists to coordinate the needs of patient care. Contact Dr. Shikhtholth to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ahmad Shikhtholth affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shikhtholth is affiliated with Decatur Morgan Hospital-Decatur Campus 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 Ahmad Shikhtholth accepting new patients in Decatur, AL?
Yes, Dr. Ahmad Shikhtholth is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ahmad Shikhtholth offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shikhtholth's office at (256) 301-9994 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ahmad Shikhtholth?
Please contact Dr. Shikhtholth's office at (256) 301-9994 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ahmad Shikhtholth have?
Dr. Ahmad Shikhtholth is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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