Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Curatolo, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Michele Curatolo, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA. Dr. Curatolo graduated from University of Messina and completed his residency at University of Messina, Italy. Dr. Curatolo is fluent in English, German, and Italian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Curatolo’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Curatolo’s office at (206) 520-5000.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Curatolo?
Dr. Michele Curatolo, 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. Curatolo empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Pain - Cancer, Pain-Acute, Pain-Chronic, Pain-Interventional Techniques, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Seattle, WA community, Dr. Curatolo is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Curatolo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Messina, Italy | University of Bern, Switzerland | University of Bern, Switzerland | University of Messina, Italy
Medical School: University of Messina
What languages does Dr. Curatolo speak?
Dr. Curatolo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
Italian
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Curatolo typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Curatolo 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. Curatolo. 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:
- Muscle Pain
- Muscle Disorder
- Myalgia
- Muscle Ache
- Muscle Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7918: Myalgia, other site
Also known as:
- Occipital Neuralgia
- Headache
- Nerve Pain in Back of Head
- Occipital Nerve Pain
- Neuralgia of the Head
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5481: Occipital neuralgia
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Curatolo typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Curatolo 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. Curatolo. 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:
- Multiple Trigger Point Injections
- Trigger Point Release Injections
- Muscle Pain Injections
- Myofascial Pain Injections
CPT Codes:
- 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles
Also known as:
- Trigger Point Injection
- Muscle Pain Injection
- Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
- Trigger Point Release Injection
CPT Codes:
- 20552: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 1 or 2 muscle(s)
Also known as:
- Injection for Tendon or Ligament Pain
- Tendon sheath injection
- Ligament injection
- Plantar fascia injection
- Soft tissue injection for pain
CPT Codes:
- 20550: Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (eg, plantar "fascia")
Also known as:
- Greater Occipital Nerve Block
- Trigeminal Nerve Block
- Sphenopalatine Ganglion Block
- Occipital Nerve Injection
- Headache Nerve Block
- Steroid Injection for Occipital Neuralgia
- Trigeminal Nerve Injection
- Facial Nerve Block
- Ophthalmic Nerve Block
- Maxillary Nerve Block
- SPG Block
- Nasal Ganglion Block
CPT Codes:
- 64405: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; greater occipital nerve
- 64400: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; trigeminal nerve, each branch (ie, ophthalmic, maxillary, mandibular)
- 64505: Injection, anesthetic agent; sphenopalatine ganglion
Also known as:
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
CPT Codes:
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
Also known as:
- Ilioinguinal/Iliohypogastric Nerve Block
- Groin Nerve Block
- Abdominal Wall Nerve Injection
- Ilioinguinal Nerve Injection
CPT Codes:
- 64425: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; ilioinguinal, iliohypogastric nerves
Does Dr. Curatolo accept my insurance?
Dr. Curatolo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 520-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Curatolo accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Curatolo in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Premera Blue Cross
State of Washington
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Curatolo's office located?
Dr. Michele Curatolo's Primary Practice
1959 NE Pacific St
Seattle, WA 98195
(206) 520-5000
What is Dr. Curatolo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Curatolo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235564568.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Curatolo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Curatolo
What is Dr. Michele Curatolo's specialty?
Dr. Curatolo is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Seattle, WA.
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. Michele Curatolo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Curatolo is affiliated with Uw Medical Center - Montlake which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Michele Curatolo accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Michele Curatolo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michele Curatolo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Curatolo's office at (206) 520-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michele Curatolo?
Please contact Dr. Curatolo's office at (206) 520-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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