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Who is Dr. Alger, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in The Villages, FL?
Dr. Patrick Alger, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in The Villages, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Alger is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alger’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alger’s office at (352) 205-8812.
What languages does Dr. Alger speak?
Dr. Alger and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Alger treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Alger 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. Alger. 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:
- 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
- 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
- Mid-Back 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
- Thoracic Spondylosis
- Mid-Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Thoracic Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
- M47814: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, thoracic region
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
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:
- Right Trochanteric Bursitis
- Left Hip Bursitis
- Shoulder Bursitis
- Bursitis
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Right Hip Bursitis
- Inflamed Right Hip Bursa
- Right Greater Trochanteric Bursitis
- Left Trochanteric Bursitis
- Inflamed left hip bursa
- Left hip joint inflammation
- Inflamed Shoulder Bursa
- Shoulder Joint Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7061: Trochanteric bursitis, right hip
- M7062: Trochanteric bursitis, left hip
- M7551: Bursitis of right shoulder
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
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:
- Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left shoulder
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M19012: Primary osteoarthritis, left shoulder
Also known as:
- Alcohol Abuse Counseling
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Alcohol addiction counseling
- Alcohol dependency treatment
- Alcohol recovery support
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7141: Alcohol abuse counseling and surveillance of alcoholic
Also known as:
- Left Lower Leg Open Wound
- Wounds and Injuries
- Left Lower Leg Injury
- Left Calf Wound
- Left Shin Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- S81802A: Unspecified open wound, left lower leg, initial encounter
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
Which procedures does Dr. Alger perform as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Patrick Alger 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. Alger's office.
Does Dr. Alger accept my insurance?
Dr. Alger accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (352) 205-8812 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alger accept in The Villages, FL?
Dr. Alger in The Villages, FL 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Spectrum / Priority Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Alger's office located?
Dr. Patrick Alger's Primary Practice
1950 Laurel Manor Dr Ste 206
The Villages, FL 32162
(352) 205-8812
What is Dr. Alger's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225340037.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alger?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alger
What is Dr. Patrick Alger's specialty?
Dr. Alger is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near The Villages, FL. 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. Contact Dr. Alger to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Patrick Alger affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Alger is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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 Patrick Alger accepting new patients in The Villages, FL?
Yes, Dr. Patrick Alger is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Patrick Alger offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alger's office at (352) 205-8812 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Patrick Alger?
Please contact Dr. Alger's office at (352) 205-8812 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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