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28 Years of Experience
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hayek, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Salim Hayek, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Cleveland, OH with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Hayek graduated from Govt. Dental College, Bangalore University, India and completed his residency at St Elizabeth Health Center Program. Dr. Hayek is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hayek’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hayek’s office at (216) 844-5661.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Hayek?
Dr. Salim Hayek, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist 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. Hayek empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Pain Management, Pain-after Spinal Intervention, Pain-Neuropathic, Pain-Pelvic, Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD), and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Cleveland, OH community, Dr. Hayek is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Hayek go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Elizabeth Health Center Program
Medical School: Govt. Dental College, Bangalore University, India
Is Dr. Hayek board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Salim Hayek, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Hayek speak?
Dr. Hayek and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Hayek typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Hayek 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. Hayek. 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:
- 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 with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Hayek typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Hayek 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. Hayek. 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 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:
- Implanted Pain Pump Management
- Intrathecal Pump Reprogramming
- Epidural Pump Refill
- Pain Pump Evaluation
- Drug Infusion Pump Management
CPT Codes:
- 62370: Electronic analysis of programmable, implanted pump for intrathecal or epidural drug infusion (includes evaluation of reservoir status, alarm status, drug prescription status); with reprogramming and refill (requiring skill of a physician or other qualified health care professional)
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
- Guided Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
- Sacroiliac Joint Injection
- Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance
- Paravertebral Facet Joint Injection
- Cervical Facet Injection
- Thoracic Facet Injection
- Zygapophyseal Joint Injection
- SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac steroid injection
- Image-guided SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac joint block
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)
- 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
- 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography 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. Hayek accept my insurance?
Dr. Hayek accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (216) 844-5661 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hayek accept in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Hayek in Cleveland, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Cost Solutions
Health Design Plus
Humana
Medicare
Summa Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Hayek's office located?
What is Dr. Hayek's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hayek's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770501272.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hayek?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hayek
What is Dr. Salim Hayek's specialty?
Dr. Hayek is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Cleveland, OH.
What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist do?
In both hospital and outpatient settings, an anesthesiologist offers patients with acute, chronic, and/or cancer pain a high standard of care by serving as their primary care physician or consultant. Moreover, the anesthesiologist collaborates with other specialists to coordinate the needs of patient care.
Is this Dr. Salim Hayek affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hayek is affiliated with Uh Cleveland Medical Center, Uh Ahuja 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
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Is Salim Hayek accepting new patients in Cleveland, OH?
Yes, Dr. Salim Hayek is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Salim Hayek offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hayek's office at (216) 844-5661 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Salim Hayek?
Please contact Dr. Hayek's office at (216) 844-5661 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Salim Hayek have?
Dr. Salim Hayek is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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