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Dr. Arun Kalava, MD

Tampa, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kalava, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Tampa, FL?

    Dr. Arun Kalava, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Tampa, FL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kalava is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kalava’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kalava’s office at (813) 533-6259.

    What languages does Dr. Kalava speak?

    Dr. Kalava and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Hindi

    What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Kalava typically treat?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Kalava 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. Kalava. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Single Nerve Damage
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Mononeuropathy
    • Localized Nerve Damage
    • Focal Neuropathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G589: Mononeuropathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic pain syndrome
    • Chronic Pain
    • Persistent pain syndrome
    • Long-term pain condition
    • Chronic widespread pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G894: Chronic pain syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Pain
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Myalgia
    • Muscle Ache
    • Muscle Soreness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7918: Myalgia, other site

    Also known as:

    • Pelvic and Perineal Pain
    • Pelvic Pain
    • Perineum pain
    • Pelvic floor pain
    • Pain in groin area

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R102: Pelvic and perineal pain

    What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Kalava typically perform?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Kalava 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. Kalava. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Nerve Destruction for Pain
    • Pudendal Nerve Block
    • Peripheral Nerve Block
    • Neurolytic nerve block
    • Peripheral nerve ablation
    • Nerve destruction procedure
    • Pudendal Nerve Injection
    • Pelvic Pain Injection
    • Nerve Block for Pelvic Pain
    • Anesthetic Pudendal Nerve
    • Nerve injection
    • Pain relief injection
    • Steroid injection for nerve pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 64640: Destruction by neurolytic agent; other peripheral nerve or branch
    • 64430: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; pudendal nerve
    • 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch

    Also known as:

    • Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
    • Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
    • Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Paravertebral Facet Injection
    • Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)

    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

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Facet joint block
    • Zygapophyseal joint injection
    • Lower back facet injection
    • Sacral facet injection

    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)

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Nerve Stimulator Implantation
    • Percutaneous Nerve Stimulator Placement
    • Electrode Array Implantation (Peripheral Nerve)
    • Nerve Pain Stimulator

    CPT Codes:

    • 64555: Percutaneous implantation of neurostimulator electrode array; peripheral nerve (excludes sacral nerve)

    Also known as:

    • Sacroiliac Joint Injection
    • SI joint injection
    • Sacroiliac steroid injection
    • Image-guided SI joint injection
    • Sacroiliac joint block

    CPT Codes:

    • 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed

    Does Dr. Kalava accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kalava accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (813) 533-6259 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kalava accept in Tampa, FL?

    Dr. Kalava in Tampa, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Kalava's office located?

    Dr. Arun Kalava's Primary Practice

    3606 W Swann Ave

    Tampa, FL 33609

    (813) 533-6259

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    Dr. Arun Kalava's Practice 2

    375 S 12th St

    Tampa, FL 33602

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    Dr. Arun Kalava's Practice 3

    252 Harbor Village Ln

    Apollo Beach, FL 33572

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    What hospitals are Dr. Kalava affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Kalava has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    What is Dr. Kalava's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Kalava's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780817056.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kalava?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kalava

    What is Dr. Arun Kalava's specialty?

    What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Arun Kalava affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kalava is affiliated with St. Joseph's Hospital - Tampa 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

    When to see a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Arun Kalava accepting new patients in Tampa, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Arun Kalava is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Arun Kalava offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kalava's office at (813) 533-6259 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Arun Kalava?

    Please contact Dr. Kalava's office at (813) 533-6259 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kalava's office located?

    Dr. Kalava's offices are located in Tampa, FL and Apollo Beach, FL.