Dr. Christopher Vije, MD
Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist
,Anesthesiologist
,Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist
,Pain Medicine Specialist
Austin, TX
33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Vije, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Austin, TX?
Dr. Christopher Vije, MD is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Austin, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Vije completed his residency at Methodist Health System. He is a member of the Travis County Medical Society. Dr. Vije is fluent in English, Hindi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vije’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vije’s office at (512) 534-5039.
Where did Dr. Vije go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Methodist Health System
Is Dr. Vije board certified as an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Vije, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Vije speak?
Dr. Vije and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Spanish
What conditions does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Vije typically treat?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Vije 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. Vije. 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:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Spinal 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:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
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:
- 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:
- Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
- Back Pain
- SI Joint Inflammation
- Sacroiliac Dysfunction
- Inflamed SI Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified
What procedures does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Vije typically perform?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Vije 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. Vije. 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:
- Spinal Cord Stimulator Insertion
- Spinal Neurostimulator Placement
- SCS Implantation
- Back Pain Stimulator Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 63685: Insertion or replacement of spinal neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver, requiring pocket creation and connection between electrode array and pulse generator or receiver
Also known as:
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management 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)
Also known as:
- Spinal Cord Stimulator Implant
- Epidural neurostimulator placement
- Percutaneous spinal stimulator
- SCS implant
CPT Codes:
- 63650: Percutaneous implantation of neurostimulator electrode array, epidural
Also known as:
- Minimally Invasive Lumbar Spine Decompression
- Percutaneous Laminotomy
- Lumbar Laminectomy
- Spinal Decompression Surgery
- Image-Guided Spine Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 0275T: Percutaneous laminotomy/laminectomy (interlaminar approach) for decompression of neural elements, (with or without ligamentous resection, discectomy, facetectomy and/or foraminotomy), any method, under indirect image guidance (eg, fluoroscopic, CT), single or multiple levels, unilateral or bilateral; lumbar
Also known as:
- Lumbar Disc Cell Injection
- Intervertebral Disc Injection
- Stem Cell Disc Injection
- Back Pain Cell Therapy
- Fluoroscopic Guided Disc Injection
CPT Codes:
- 0627T: Percutaneous injection of allogeneic cellular and/or tissue-based product, intervertebral disc, unilateral or bilateral injection, with fluoroscopic guidance, lumbar; first level
Does Dr. Vije accept my insurance?
Dr. Vije accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (512) 534-5039 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vije accept in Austin, TX?
Dr. Vije in Austin, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Atrio Holding Company
Baylor Scott & White Holdings
Christian Healthcare Ministries
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Vije's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
Travis County Medical Society
Member
What is Dr. Vije's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vije's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316009525.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vije?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vije
What is Dr. Christopher Vije's specialty?
Dr. Vije is a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Austin, TX.
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. Christopher Vije affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Vije is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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 Christopher Vije accepting new patients in Austin, TX?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Vije is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Vije offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vije's office at (512) 534-5039 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Vije?
Please contact Dr. Vije's office at (512) 534-5039 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Vije have?
Dr. Christopher Vije is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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