Dr. Pradeep Dinakar, MD
Boston, MA
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Dinakar, Pain Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Pradeep Dinakar, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Dinakar graduated from Kilpauk Med College and completed his residency at John H Stroger Hospital of Cook County Program. Dr. Dinakar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dinakar’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dinakar’s office at (617) 355-6000.
Where did Dr. Dinakar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: John H Stroger Hospital of Cook County Program
Medical School: Kilpauk Med College
What languages does Dr. Dinakar speak?
Dr. Dinakar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Dinakar treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist, Dr. Dinakar 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. Dinakar. 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 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:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
- G8929: Other chronic pain
Also known as:
- Chronic Migraine without Aura
- Migraine
- Transformed migraine
- Daily chronic headache
- Persistent migraine
- Common Migraine
- Migraine without warning signs
- Everyday Migraine
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43709: Chronic migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
- G43719: Chronic migraine without aura, intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Other Single Nerve Damage
- Intercostal Nerve Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Other Mononeuropathies
- Specific Localized Nerve Damage
- Uncommon Nerve Injury
- Intercostal Neuralgia
- Rib Nerve Pain
- Chest Wall Nerve Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G588: Other specified mononeuropathies
- G580: Intercostal neuropathy
Also known as:
- COVID-19 Testing
- Coronavirus Test
- SARS-CoV-2 Test
- COVID Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1152: Encounter for screening for COVID-19
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:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Myositis
- Muscle inflammation
- Inflammatory myopathy
- Muscle pain and inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M609: Myositis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Cervicogenic Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
- Neck Headache
- Headache from Neck Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
- G4486: Cervicogenic headache
Also known as:
- Occipital Neuralgia
- Headache
- Nerve Pain in Back of Head
- Occipital Nerve Pain
- Neuralgia of the Head
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5481: Occipital neuralgia
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Pain
- Body ache
- Discomfort
- Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R52: Pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Muscle Pain
- Muscle Disorder
- Myalgia
- Muscle Ache
- Muscle Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7918: Myalgia, other site
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
Which procedures does Dr. Dinakar perform as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Pradeep Dinakar 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. Dinakar's office.
Does Dr. Dinakar accept my insurance?
Dr. Dinakar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 355-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dinakar accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Dinakar in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Boston Medical Center
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Plans
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Dinakar's office located?
What is Dr. Dinakar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dinakar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073650057.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dinakar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dinakar
What is Dr. Pradeep Dinakar's specialty?
Dr. Dinakar is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Psychiatrist & Neurologist near Boston, MA. A neurologist, child neurologist, or psychiatrist specializing in the care of patients with acute, chronic, or cancer-related pain provides expert treatment in both hospital and outpatient settings. Serving as either a primary physician or consultant, they deliver comprehensive care, often coordinating with other specialists to address the complex needs of these patients. Contact Dr. Dinakar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Pradeep Dinakar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Dinakar is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Boston Children's 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 Pradeep Dinakar accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Pradeep Dinakar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Pradeep Dinakar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dinakar's office at (617) 355-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Pradeep Dinakar?
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