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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Greer, Pain Medicine Specialist in Walnut Creek, CA?
Dr. Benjamin Greer, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Walnut Creek, CA. Dr. Greer graduated from State University of New York Upstate Medical University and completed his residency at Stanford University Med Center. Dr. Greer is fluent in English, Russian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Greer’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Greer’s office at (925) 388-9800.
Where did Dr. Greer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Stanford University Med Center
Medical School: State University of New York Upstate Medical University
What languages does Dr. Greer speak?
Dr. Greer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
Spanish
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Greer typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Greer 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. Greer. 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:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Opioid Dependence
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Opioid use disorder
- OUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Not Following Medical Treatment (Unspecified Reason)
- Treatment non-adherence
- Medical regimen noncompliance
- Failure to follow medical advice
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z91199: Patient's noncompliance with other medical treatment and regimen due to unspecified reason
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
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Greer typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Greer 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. Greer. 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:
- 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:
- Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
- Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
- Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
- Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Knee Injection with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
Also known as:
- Electroacupuncture
- Acupuncture Session (Initial)
- Acupuncture Treatment
- Acupuncture
- Acupuncture with Electrical Stimulation
- E-Stim Acupuncture
- Electrical Acupuncture Therapy
- Acupuncture for Pain
- Needle Therapy with Electricity
- Needle Therapy
- Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Acupuncture
- Traditional Chinese Medicine Needling
- Acupuncture Session
CPT Codes:
- 97814: Acupuncture, 1 Or More Needles; With Electrical Stimulation, Each Additional 15 Minutes Of Personal One-On-One Contact With The Patient, With Insertion Of Needle(S) (List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure)
- 97813: Acupuncture, 1 Or More Needles; With Electrical Stimulation, Initial 15 Minutes Of Personal One-On-One Contact With The Patient
- 97810: Acupuncture, 1 Or More Needles; Without Electrical Stimulation, Initial 15 Minutes Of Personal One-On-One Contact With The Patient
- 97811: Acupuncture, 1 Or More Needles; Without Electrical Stimulation, Each Additional 15 Minutes Of Personal One-On-One Contact With The Patient, With Insertion Of Needle(S) (List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure)
Also known as:
- Botox Injections for Chronic Migraine
- Chemodenervation for Migraine
- Botulinum Toxin Injection for Migraine
- Facial Nerve Block
- Trigeminal Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64615: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial, trigeminal, cervical spinal and accessory nerves, bilateral (eg, for chronic migraine)
Does Dr. Greer accept my insurance?
Dr. Greer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (925) 388-9800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Greer accept in Walnut Creek, CA?
Dr. Greer in Walnut Creek, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Centene Corporation
Community Health Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Greer's office located?
Dr. Benjamin Greer's Primary Practice
710 S Broadway
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
(925) 388-9800
What is Dr. Greer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Greer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871890525.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Greer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Greer
What is Dr. Benjamin Greer's specialty?
Dr. Greer is a Pain Medicine Specialist near Walnut Creek, CA.
What does a Pain Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Benjamin Greer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Greer is affiliated with John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, Mercy San Juan Medical Center, John Muir Health Concord Medical Center, Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus, Sutter Roseville Medical Center 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
When to see a Pain Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Benjamin Greer accepting new patients in Walnut Creek, CA?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Greer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Greer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Greer's office at (925) 388-9800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Greer?
Please contact Dr. Greer's office at (925) 388-9800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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