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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Plowey, Pain Medicine Specialist in Washington, PA?
Dr. Richard Plowey, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Washington, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Plowey is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Plowey’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Plowey’s office at (724) 969-0191.
Is Dr. Plowey board certified in Pain Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Plowey, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Plowey speak?
Dr. Plowey and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Plowey treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Plowey 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. Plowey. 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 Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
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:
- 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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
- Dorsalgia
- Spinal Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
- M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified
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:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
- Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
- Lower Back Spinal Slip
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Tailbone Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Coccyx Disorder
- Sacrococcygeal Pain
- Tailbone Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M533: Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47896: Other spondylosis, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
Also known as:
- Inflammatory Spine Condition of the Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- lumbar spondylopathy
- lower back spinal inflammation
- lumbar spondyloarthropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4696: Unspecified inflammatory spondylopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Myositis
- Muscle inflammation
- Inflammatory myopathy
- Muscle pain and inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M609: Myositis, unspecified
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
Which procedures does Dr. Plowey perform as a Pain Medicine Specialist?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Richard Plowey 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. Plowey's office.
Does Dr. Plowey accept my insurance?
Dr. Plowey accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (724) 969-0191 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Plowey accept in Washington, PA?
Dr. Plowey in Washington, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
BCBS Unspecified
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Inc.
Humana
Magellan Health Services
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Plowey's office located?
Dr. Richard Plowey's Primary Practice
80 Landings Dr Ste 202
Washington, PA 15301
(724) 969-0191
What is Dr. Plowey's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Plowey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154532612.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Plowey?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Plowey
What is Dr. Richard Plowey's specialty?
Dr. Plowey is a Pain Medicine Specialist near Washington, PA. 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. Plowey to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Richard Plowey affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Plowey is affiliated with Whs Washington Hospital, St. Clair Hospital 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 Richard Plowey accepting new patients in Washington, PA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Plowey is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Plowey offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Plowey's office at (724) 969-0191 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Plowey?
Please contact Dr. Plowey's office at (724) 969-0191 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Plowey have?
Dr. Richard Plowey is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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