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Who is Dr. Shetty, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Munster, IN?
Dr. Nikhil Shetty, MD is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Munster, IN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Shetty is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shetty’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shetty’s office at (219) 836-7246.
What languages does Dr. Shetty speak?
Dr. Shetty and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shetty typically treat?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Shetty 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. Shetty. 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:
- 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:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
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:
- Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
What procedures does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shetty typically perform?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Shetty 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. Shetty. 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:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
CPT Codes:
- 62323: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
- 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:
- 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 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:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
- Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64484: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, each additional level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Shetty accept my insurance?
Dr. Shetty accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (219) 836-7246 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shetty accept in Munster, IN?
Dr. Shetty in Munster, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
American Plan Administrators
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
MagnaCare Rx Administered Payer
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Shetty's office located?
Dr. Nikhil Shetty's Primary Practice
8840 Calumet Ave Ste 103
Munster, IN 46321
(219) 836-7246
What is Dr. Shetty's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shetty's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316202138.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shetty?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shetty
What is Dr. Nikhil Shetty's specialty?
Dr. Shetty is a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Munster, IN.
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 this Dr. Nikhil Shetty affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shetty is affiliated with Franciscan Health Dyer, St. Mary Medical Center - Hobart, In, Franciscan Health Crown Point, Pinnacle Hospital 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 Nikhil Shetty accepting new patients in Munster, IN?
Yes, Dr. Nikhil Shetty is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nikhil Shetty offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shetty's office at (219) 836-7246 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nikhil Shetty?
Please contact Dr. Shetty's office at (219) 836-7246 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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