29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Sturm, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Saint Peters, MO?
Dr. James Sturm, DO is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Saint Peters, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Sturm completed his residency at Cleveland Clinic Fndn, Pain Management; Cleveland Clinic Fndn, Anesthesiology; Metrohealth Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Metrohealth Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Sturm is fluent in English and Japanese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sturm’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sturm’s office at (636) 244-5004.
Where did Dr. Sturm go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cleveland Clinic Fndn, Pain Management; Cleveland Clinic Fndn, Anesthesiology; Metrohealth Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Metrohealth Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Ohio Univ- Coll Of Osteo Med- Athens Oh | Ohio University / Main Campus
Is Dr. Sturm board certified in Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. James Sturm, DO is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Sturm speak?
Dr. Sturm and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Japanese
What conditions does Dr. Sturm treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Sturm 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. Sturm. 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.
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 Spinal Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47896: Other spondylosis, 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
Also known as:
- Fibromyalgia
- Widespread pain syndrome
- Chronic muscle pain
- Fibromyositis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M797: Fibromyalgia
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:
- Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
- Pain Relievers
- Chronic opioid therapy
- Ongoing narcotic pain medication
- Opioid analgesic use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic
Also known as:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Sturm perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Sturm 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. Sturm. 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.
Also known as:
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- 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
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
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)
- 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:
- Sacroiliac Joint Injection
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
- Guided Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
- SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac steroid injection
- Image-guided SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac joint block
- 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
CPT Codes:
- 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
- 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
Also known as:
- Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
- Cervical Facet Injection
- Thoracic Facet Injection
- Zygapophyseal Joint Injection
- Spinal Joint Injection
CPT Codes:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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. Sturm accept my insurance?
Dr. Sturm accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (636) 244-5004 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sturm accept in Saint Peters, MO?
Dr. Sturm in Saint Peters, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
Cooperative Benefit Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Dean Health Plan
Humana
Medicare
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Sturm's office located?
Dr. James Sturm's Primary Practice
412 Jungermann Rd Ste 201
Saint Peters, MO 63376
(636) 244-5004
Dr. James Sturm's Practice 3
856 Waterbury Falls Dr Ste 100
O Fallon, MO 63368
(636) 244-5004
What is Dr. Sturm's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sturm's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750441374.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sturm?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sturm
What is Dr. James Sturm's specialty?
Dr. Sturm is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Saint Peters, MO. 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. Contact Dr. Sturm to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Sturm affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Sturm is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Progress West Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 James Sturm accepting new patients in Saint Peters, MO?
Yes, Dr. James Sturm is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Sturm offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sturm's office at (636) 244-5004 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Sturm?
Please contact Dr. Sturm's office at (636) 244-5004 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Sturm have?
Dr. James Sturm is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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