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Dr. Gerald Vernon, DO

Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Family Medicine Specialist, Pain Medicine Specialist

Morganville, NJ

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Vernon, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Morganville, NJ?

    Dr. Gerald Vernon, DO is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Morganville, NJ with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 24 years. Dr. Vernon graduated from University of Medicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / New Jersey School of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Vernon is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vernon’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vernon’s office at (732) 858-6638.

    Where did Dr. Vernon go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Umdnj-Sch Of Osteo Med- Stratford Nj | UMDNJ-SCH OF OSTEO MEDICINE | University of Medicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / New Jersey School of Osteopathic Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Vernon speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Vernon typically treat?

    As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Vernon 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. Vernon. 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:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee

    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:

    • Chronic Venous Insufficiency
    • Vascular Disease
    • CVI
    • Venous Reflux Disease
    • Leg Vein Incompetence
    • Peripheral Venous Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)

    What procedures does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Vernon typically perform?

    As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Vernon 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. Vernon. 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:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal
    • Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
    • Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
    • Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
    • Knee Injection with Ultrasound

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
    • 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:

    • Knee Strapping
    • Knee Taping
    • Knee Support Application
    • Therapeutic Knee Strapping

    CPT Codes:

    • 29530: Strapping; knee

    Also known as:

    • Tendon or Ligament Pain Injection
    • Tendon Injection
    • Ligament Injection
    • Soft Tissue Injection
    • Pain Relief Injection (Tendon/Ligament)

    CPT Codes:

    • 20551: Injection(s); single tendon origin/insertion

    Also known as:

    • Injection for Tendon or Ligament Pain
    • Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
    • Tendon sheath injection
    • Ligament injection
    • Plantar fascia injection
    • Soft tissue injection for pain
    • Cervical Facet Injection
    • Thoracic Facet Injection
    • Zygapophyseal Joint Injection
    • Spinal Joint Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 20550: Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (eg, plantar "fascia")
    • 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:

    • Guided Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
    • Paravertebral Facet Joint Injection
    • Cervical Facet Injection
    • Thoracic Facet Injection
    • Zygapophyseal Joint Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 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

    Also known as:

    • Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back) with Imaging
    • Paravertebral facet injection
    • Zygapophyseal joint injection
    • Neck/upper back pain injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64492: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic; third and any additional level(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Vernon accept my insurance?

    Dr. Vernon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (732) 858-6638 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Vernon accept in Morganville, NJ?

    Dr. Vernon in Morganville, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • GEICO

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • MagnaCare Rx Administered Payer

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Vernon's office located?

    Dr. Gerald Vernon's Primary Practice

    12 US Highway 9 Ste 108

    Morganville, NJ 07751

    (732) 858-6638

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    Dr. Gerald Vernon's Practice 2

    311 Spotswood Englishtown Rd

    Monroe, NJ 08831

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

    Dr. Vernon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790851061.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vernon?

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

    What is Dr. Gerald Vernon's specialty?

    Dr. Vernon is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Morganville, NJ.

    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 Dr. Gerald Vernon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Vernon is affiliated with Atlantic Health Centrastate Medical Center, Hackensack Meridian Old Bridge Medical Center, Stony Brook Southampton Hospital, Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional, Hackensack Meridian Jersey Shore University 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 an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Gerald Vernon accepting new patients in Morganville, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Gerald Vernon is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gerald Vernon offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Vernon's office at (732) 858-6638 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Gerald Vernon?

    Please contact Dr. Vernon's office at (732) 858-6638 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Vernon's office located?

    Dr. Vernon's offices are located in Morganville, NJ and Monroe, NJ.