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Dr. Leslie Cavazos, MD

Physiatrist

Scottsbluff, NE

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Cavazos, Physiatrist in Scottsbluff, NE?

    Dr. Leslie Cavazos, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Scottsbluff, NE. Dr. Cavazos is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cavazos’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cavazos’s office at (308) 630-1055.

    What languages does Dr. Cavazos speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Cavazos typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Cavazos 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. Cavazos. 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:

    • Chronic Migraine without Aura
    • Migraine with Aura
    • Migraine
    • Transformed migraine
    • Daily chronic headache
    • Persistent migraine
    • Classic migraine
    • Ocular migraine
    • Migraine with visual symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G43709: Chronic migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
    • G43109: Migraine with aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus

    Also known as:

    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • Amputation Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Limb Loss
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up
    • Post-amputation care
    • Limb loss recovery
    • Amputee rehabilitation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
    • Z4781: Encounter for orthopedic aftercare following surgical amputation

    Also known as:

    • Malaise
    • Fatigue
    • General discomfort
    • Feeling unwell
    • Unease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5381: Other malaise

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Cavazos typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Cavazos 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. Cavazos. 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:

    • 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)

    Also known as:

    • Chemical Nerve Block for Multiple Muscles (Arm/Leg)
    • Chemodenervation for Muscle Spasms (Additional Extremity)
    • Extremity Chemodenervation
    • Muscle Spasticity Treatment (Chemical)
    • Botox for Muscle Spasms (Multiple Muscles)
    • Chemical nerve block (extremity)
    • Muscle spasm injection (additional limb)
    • Botox for spasticity (additional)
    • Nerve denervation (chemical)

    CPT Codes:

    • 64644: Chemodenervation of one extremity; 5 or more muscles
    • 64643: Chemodenervation of one extremity; each additional extremity, 1-4 muscle(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakening Injection (Arm or Leg)
    • Extremity Chemodenervation
    • Spasticity Injection
    • Botulinum Toxin Injection for Muscles
    • Muscle Denervation

    CPT Codes:

    • 64642: Chemodenervation of one extremity; 1-4 muscle(s)

    Also known as:

    • Botox Injection for Neck Muscle Spasms
    • Chemodenervation of neck muscles
    • Botulinum toxin injection for cervical dystonia
    • Neck spasm injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64616: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); neck muscle(s), excluding muscles of the larynx, unilateral (eg, for cervical dystonia, spasmodic torticollis)

    Also known as:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    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

    Does Dr. Cavazos accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cavazos accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (308) 630-1055 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cavazos accept in Scottsbluff, NE?

    Dr. Cavazos in Scottsbluff, NE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield

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    Where is Dr. Cavazos' office located?

    Dr. Leslie Cavazos' Primary Practice

    3911 Avenue B Ste 2300

    Scottsbluff, NE 69361

    (308) 630-1055

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    What hospitals are Dr. Cavazos affiliated with?

    Dr. Cavazos has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Morrill County Community Hospital,Bridgeport, NE
    Banner Health - Community Hospital,Torrington, WY
    Ogallala Community Hospital,Ogallala, NE
    Regional West Medical Center,Scottsbluff, NE

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

    Dr. Cavazos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629362371.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cavazos?

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

    What is Dr. Leslie Cavazos's specialty?

    Dr. Cavazos is a Physiatrist near Scottsbluff, NE.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

    Is Dr. Leslie Cavazos affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Cavazos is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Morrill County Community Hospital, Banner Health - Community Hospital, Ogallala Community Hospital, Regional West Medical Center. 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

    When to see a Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Leslie Cavazos accepting new patients in Scottsbluff, NE?

    Yes, Dr. Leslie Cavazos is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Leslie Cavazos offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cavazos' office at (308) 630-1055 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Leslie Cavazos?

    Please contact Dr. Cavazos' office at (308) 630-1055 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Cavazos' office located?

    Dr. Cavazos' office is located in Scottsbluff, NE.