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Dr. Moacir Schnapp, MD

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Dr. Moacir Schnapp, MD

Memphis, TN

44 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Schnapp, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Memphis, TN?

    Dr. Moacir Schnapp, MD is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Memphis, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 44 years. Dr. Schnapp completed his residency at Hospital das Clinicas, Sao Paulo, Brazil. Dr. Schnapp is fluent in English, Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schnapp’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schnapp’s office at (901) 747-0040.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Schnapp?

    Dr. Moacir Schnapp, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Schnapp empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Pain-Interventional Techniques, Pain-Neuropathic, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Memphis, TN community, Dr. Schnapp is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Fellowship: University of Tennessee, Memphis

    • Residency: Hospital das Clinicas, Sao Paulo, Brazil

    • Medical School: University of Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo, Brazil

    What languages does Dr. Schnapp speak?

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

    • English

    • Italian

    • Portuguese

    • Spanish

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

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

    • Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbosacral Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47817: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

    • Chronic pain syndrome
    • Chronic Pain
    • Persistent pain syndrome
    • Long-term pain condition
    • Chronic widespread pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G894: Chronic pain syndrome

    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 Nerve Root Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
    • Sciatica

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    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

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

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

    • Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
    • Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
    • Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Paravertebral Facet Injection
    • Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
    • Epidural Steroid Injection
    • Caudal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Pain Management Injection

    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
    • 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)

    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:

    • Suprascapular Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Suprascapular Nerve Injection
    • Pain Relief Injection for Shoulder Nerve
    • Shoulder Pain Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64418: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; suprascapular nerve

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Sacroiliac Joint Injection
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
    • SI joint injection
    • Sacroiliac steroid injection
    • Image-guided SI joint injection
    • Sacroiliac joint block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
    • 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed

    Does Dr. Schnapp accept my insurance?

    Dr. Schnapp accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (901) 747-0040 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Schnapp accept in Memphis, TN?

    Dr. Schnapp in Memphis, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • MedBen

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Schnapp's office located?

    Pain Clinic Associates Pc

    55 Humphreys Center Dr Ste 200

    Memphis, TN 38120

    (901) 747-0040

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    Dr. Moacir Schnapp's Practice 2

    8510 Wilkinsville Rd Ste 101

    Millington, TN 38053

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    Dr. Moacir Schnapp's Practice 3

    2961 Canada Rd Ste 107

    Lakeland, TN 38002

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    Ratings & Reviews

    Rating Star

    5.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 63 reviews

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    Office Experience

    95% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    Attentiveness

    97% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly

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    Wait Times

    68% of patients were satisfied with the wait time

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    Appointment Booking

    96% of patients found it easy to book an appointment

    Patients give Dr. Moacir Schnapp an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Schnapp has been rated and reviewed by 63 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Schnapp, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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

    Dr. Schnapp's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043387624.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schnapp?

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

    What is Dr. Moacir Schnapp's specialty?

    Dr. Schnapp is a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Memphis, TN.

    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. Moacir Schnapp affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Schnapp is affiliated with Methodist University Hospital, Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis, West Tennessee Healthcare Jackson-Madison County General Hospital, Saint Francis Hospital - Memphis, Methodist Olive Branch Hospital, West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg 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

    When to see an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Moacir Schnapp accepting new patients in Memphis, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Moacir Schnapp is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Moacir Schnapp offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Schnapp's office at (901) 747-0040 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Moacir Schnapp?

    Please contact Dr. Schnapp's office at (901) 747-0040 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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