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Who is Dr. Sami, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Saginaw, MI?
Dr. Syed Sami, MD is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Saginaw, MI with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Sami is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sami’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sami’s office at (989) 439-9111.
What languages does Dr. Sami speak?
Dr. Sami and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
What conditions does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sami typically treat?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sami 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. Sami. 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Back Pain
- Backache
- Dorsalgia
- Spinal Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified
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:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
What procedures does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sami typically perform?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sami 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. Sami. 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:
- 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)
Does Dr. Sami accept my insurance?
Dr. Sami accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (989) 439-9111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sami accept in Saginaw, MI?
Dr. Sami in Saginaw, MI 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 Michigan
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sami's office located?
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Wait Times
100% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Diagnosis
100% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition
Patients give Dr. Syed Sami an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Sami has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Sami, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Sami's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sami's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023345782.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sami?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sami
What is Dr. Syed Sami's specialty?
Dr. Sami is a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Saginaw, MI.
What does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist do?
Interventional pain medicine focuses on diagnosing and treating pain and related disorders using interventional techniques. It is primarily aimed at managing subacute, chronic, persistent, and intractable pain, either as a standalone treatment or in combination with other therapeutic approaches.
Is this Dr. Syed Sami affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Sami is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Covenant Medical Center Harrison, The Villas Hawaii, Memorial Healthcare Hospital Medicine, Hills & Dales Healthcare, Mclaren Central Michigan. 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 Syed Sami accepting new patients in Saginaw, MI?
Yes, Dr. Syed Sami is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Syed Sami offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sami's office at (989) 439-9111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Syed Sami?
Please contact Dr. Sami's office at (989) 439-9111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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