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Dr. Melinda Lawrence, MD

Cleveland, OH

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lawrence, Anesthesiologist in Cleveland, OH?

    Dr. Melinda Lawrence, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Cleveland, OH with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Lawrence graduated from University of Pennsylvania and completed her residency at Case Western Reserve Univ/Univ Hospitals Case Medical Center Program. Dr. Lawrence is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lawrence’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lawrence’s office at (216) 844-7334.

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

    • Residency: Case Western Reserve Univ/Univ Hospitals Case Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University of Pennsylvania

    What languages does Dr. Lawrence speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Lawrence typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Lawrence 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. Lawrence. 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:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar 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:

    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Lawrence typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Lawrence 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. Lawrence. 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 Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
    • Epidural Steroid Injection
    • TFESI (Lumbar)
    • Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
    • Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
    • Caudal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Pain Management Injection
    • Cervical Epidural Injection
    • Thoracic Epidural Injection
    • Pain Relief Spinal Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging 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)
    • 62321: 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, cervical or thoracic; with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)

    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)

    Also known as:

    • Knee Nerve Pain Injection
    • Genicular Nerve Block
    • Knee Pain Steroid Injection
    • Knee Nerve Anesthetic Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64454: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; genicular nerve branches, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Genicular Nerve Block for Knee Pain
    • Knee Nerve Ablation
    • Genicular Nerve Neurolysis
    • Nerve Destruction for Knee Pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 64624: Destruction by neurolytic agent, genicular nerve branches including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

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

    Does Dr. Lawrence accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lawrence accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (216) 844-7334 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lawrence accept in Cleveland, OH?

    Dr. Lawrence in Cleveland, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CareSource

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Enterprise Group Planning

    • Medicare

    • State of Ohio

    • Summa Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Lawrence's office located?

    Dr. Melinda Lawrence's Primary Practice

    11100 Euclid Ave

    Cleveland, OH 44106

    (216) 844-7334

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    Dr. Melinda Lawrence's Practice 2

    3909 Orange Pl Ste 1100

    Beachwood, OH 44122

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    Dr. Melinda Lawrence's Practice 3

    3999 Richmond Rd

    Beachwood, OH 44122

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

    Dr. Lawrence's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023261476.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lawrence?

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

    What is Dr. Melinda Lawrence's specialty?

    Dr. Lawrence is a Anesthesiologist near Cleveland, OH.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is this Dr. Melinda Lawrence affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lawrence is affiliated with Uh Cleveland Medical Center, Uh Ahuja Medical Center, Uh Parma Medical Center, Uh Portage Medical Center, Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Marymount 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 Melinda Lawrence accepting new patients in Cleveland, OH?

    Yes, Dr. Melinda Lawrence is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Melinda Lawrence offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lawrence's office at (216) 844-7334 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Melinda Lawrence?

    Please contact Dr. Lawrence's office at (216) 844-7334 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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