Dr. Joseph Jimenez, MD
Hazlet, NJ
15 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Jimenez, Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist in Hazlet, NJ?
Dr. Joseph Jimenez, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Hazlet, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified. Dr. Jimenez completed his residency at Jfk Rehabilitation Institute Of Nj. Dr. Jimenez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jimenez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jimenez’s office.
Where did Dr. Jimenez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Jfk Rehabilitation Institute Of Nj
Is Dr. Jimenez board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Jimenez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
What languages does Dr. Jimenez speak?
Dr. Jimenez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist like Dr. Jimenez typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Jimenez 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. Jimenez. 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 here.
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
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
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
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist like Dr. Jimenez typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Jimenez 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. Jimenez. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Multiple Trigger Point Injections
- Trigger Point Release Injections
- Muscle Pain Injections
- Myofascial Pain Injections
CPT Codes:
- 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles
Also known as:
- Minimally Invasive Disc Pain Treatment (Single Level)
- IDET procedure
- Intradiscal electrothermal therapy
- Percutaneous annuloplasty
CPT Codes:
- 22526: Percutaneous intradiscal electrothermal annuloplasty, unilateral or bilateral including fluoroscopic guidance; single level
Also known as:
- Additional Level Disc Heating Procedure (P.I.D.E.T.)
- Percutaneous Intradiscal Electrothermal Annuloplasty
- Disc Annuloplasty (Additional Level)
- Spinal Disc Heating
CPT Codes:
- 22527: Percutaneous intradiscal electrothermal annuloplasty, unilateral or bilateral including fluoroscopic guidance; 1 or more additional levels (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
- Cervical Epidural Injection
- Thoracic Epidural Injection
- Pain Relief Spinal Injection
CPT Codes:
- 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 Disc Decompression (Needle-Based)
- Percutaneous disc decompression
- Nucleus pulposus removal
- Lumbar discography with decompression
- Minimally invasive disc surgery
CPT Codes:
- 62287: Decompression procedure, percutaneous, of nucleus pulposus of intervertebral disc, any method utilizing needle based technique to remove disc material under fluoroscopic imaging or other form of indirect visualization, with discography and/or epidural injection(s) at the treated level(s), when performed, single or multiple levels, lumbar
Also known as:
- Neck Disc Removal and Nerve Decompression
- Anterior Cervical Discectomy
- Cervical Spine Decompression
- Neck Disc Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 63075: Discectomy, anterior, with decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve root(s), including osteophytectomy; cervical, single interspace
Does Dr. Jimenez accept my insurance?
Dr. Jimenez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Jimenez accept in Hazlet, NJ?
Dr. Jimenez in Hazlet, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Farmers Insurance Group
Fox Insurance Company
GEICO
Liberty Mutual Insurance Company
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Jimenez's office located?
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Joseph Jimenez?
Dr. Jimenez has appointments available at his Hazlet, NJ office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Jimenez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Jimenez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437310448.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jimenez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Jimenez
What is Dr. Joseph Jimenez's specialty?
Dr. Jimenez is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist near Hazlet, NJ.
What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist do?
A physiatrist specializing in Pain Medicine evaluates and treats patients with acute or chronic pain, including pain associated with cancer, in both hospital and outpatient settings. They also collaborate with other specialists to coordinate comprehensive care tailored to the patients needs.
Is this Dr. Joseph Jimenez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Jimenez is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest, St. John's Riverside Hospital - Andrus Pavilion 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 Joseph Jimenez accepting new patients in Hazlet, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Jimenez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Jimenez offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Jimenez, or contact the office for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Jimenez?
Please contact Dr. Jimenez's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Jimenez have?
Dr. Joseph Jimenez is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
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