35 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Buzzanell, Specialist in Asheville, NC?
Dr. Charles Buzzanell, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Asheville, NC with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Buzzanell graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine and completed his residency at National Naval Med Center. Dr. Buzzanell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buzzanell’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buzzanell’s office at (828) 350-9310.
Where did Dr. Buzzanell go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: National Naval Med Center
Medical School: Georgetown University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Buzzanell board certified as a Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Charles Buzzanell, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Buzzanell speak?
Dr. Buzzanell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Specialist like Dr. Buzzanell typically treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Buzzanell 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. Buzzanell. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
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:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
What procedures does a Specialist like Dr. Buzzanell typically perform?
As a Specialist, Dr. Buzzanell 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. Buzzanell. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Lumbar/Sacral Facet Joint Nerve Destruction (Additional)
- Facet joint block
- Zygapophyseal joint injection
- Lower back facet injection
- Sacral facet injection
- Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
- Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Spine
- Lumbar Facet Denervation
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)
- 64636: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, each additional facet joint (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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:
- Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
- Cervical Facet Injection
- Thoracic Facet Injection
- Zygapophyseal Joint Injection
- Spinal Joint Injection
CPT Codes:
- 64491: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Facet Joint Nerve Ablation (Lumbar/Sacral)
- Lumbar Facet Joint Denervation
- Sacral Facet Nerve Block
- Radiofrequency Ablation for Back Pain
CPT Codes:
- 64635: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, single facet joint
Also known as:
- Sacroiliac Joint Injection
- Guided Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
- Multiple Trigger Point Injections
- SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac steroid injection
- Image-guided SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac joint block
- Paravertebral Facet Joint Injection
- Cervical Facet Injection
- Thoracic Facet Injection
- Zygapophyseal Joint Injection
- Trigger Point Release Injections
- Muscle Pain Injections
- Myofascial Pain Injections
CPT Codes:
- 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
- 64490: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic; single level
- 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles
Does Dr. Buzzanell accept my insurance?
Dr. Buzzanell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (828) 350-9310 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Buzzanell accept in Asheville, NC?
Dr. Buzzanell in Asheville, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Cigna Group
Humana
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Buzzanell's office located?
Dr. Charles Buzzanell's Primary Practice
3 Walden Ridge Dr Ste 100
Asheville, NC 28803
(828) 350-9310
What is Dr. Buzzanell's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Buzzanell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841364551.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buzzanell?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Buzzanell
What is Dr. Charles Buzzanell's specialty?
Dr. Buzzanell is a Specialist near Asheville, NC.
Is this Dr. Charles Buzzanell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Buzzanell is affiliated with Adventhealth Hendersonville, Unc Health Pardee 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
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Is Charles Buzzanell accepting new patients in Asheville, NC?
Yes, Dr. Charles Buzzanell is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Charles Buzzanell offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Buzzanell's office at (828) 350-9310 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Charles Buzzanell?
Please contact Dr. Buzzanell's office at (828) 350-9310 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Charles Buzzanell have?
Dr. Charles Buzzanell is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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