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Dr. Benjamin Platt, MD

Vancouver, WA

16 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Platt, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Vancouver, WA?

    Dr. Benjamin Platt, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Vancouver, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified. Dr. Platt is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Platt’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Platt’s office at (360) 546-8950.

    Is Dr. Platt board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Benjamin Platt, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Platt speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Platt treat?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Platt 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. Platt. 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:

    • Infusion Pump Management
    • Pump Adjustment
    • Infusion Device Care
    • Drug Delivery Pump Management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z451: Encounter for adjustment and management of infusion pump

    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 Nerve Root Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
    • Sciatica

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbosacral Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47817: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbosacral 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

    What procedures does Dr. Platt perform?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Platt 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. Platt. 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)
    • Epidural Blood Patch 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
    • Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
    • Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Paravertebral Facet Injection
    • Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
    • Blood patch for spinal headache
    • Epidural leak repair
    • Spinal fluid leak treatment
    • Epidural injection for headache

    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
    • 62273: Injection, epidural, of blood or clot patch

    Also known as:

    • Implanted Pain Pump Management
    • Implanted Pain Pump Reprogramming and Refill
    • Intrathecal Pump Reprogramming
    • Epidural Pump Refill
    • Pain Pump Evaluation
    • Drug Infusion Pump Management
    • Intrathecal pump refill
    • Epidural pump management
    • Pain pump adjustment
    • Implanted drug pump service

    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)
    • 62369: 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

    Also known as:

    • Sacroiliac Joint Injection
    • Guided Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
    • Multiple Trigger Point Injections
    • Celiac Plexus Block
    • Intercostal Nerve Block
    • Spinal Nerve Block Injection
    • SI joint injection
    • Sacroiliac steroid injection
    • Image-guided SI joint injection
    • Sacroiliac joint block
    • Paravertebral Facet Joint Injection
    • Cervical Facet Injection
    • Thoracic Facet Injection
    • Zygapophyseal Joint Injection
    • Trigger Point Release Injections
    • Muscle Pain Injections
    • Myofascial Pain Injections
    • Celiac plexus injection
    • Abdominal pain block
    • Nerve block for abdominal pain
    • Rib nerve injection
    • Chest wall nerve block
    • Intercostal pain injection
    • Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Cervical Epidural Injection
    • Thoracic Epidural Injection
    • Nerve Root Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
    • 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
    • 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles
    • 64530: Injection, anesthetic agent; celiac plexus, with or without radiologic monitoring
    • 64420: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; intercostal nerve, single level
    • 64479: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic, single level

    Also known as:

    • Reprogramming of Implanted Pain Pump
    • Intrathecal pump reprogramming
    • Epidural pump adjustment
    • Pain pump electronic analysis
    • Implanted drug pump management

    CPT Codes:

    • 62368: Electronic analysis of programmable, implanted pump for intrathecal or epidural drug infusion (includes evaluation of reservoir status, alarm status, drug prescription status); with reprogramming

    Also known as:

    • Facet Joint Nerve Ablation (Lumbar/Sacral)
    • Implantable Pain Pump Placement
    • Lumbar Facet Joint Denervation
    • Sacral Facet Nerve Block
    • Radiofrequency Ablation for Back Pain
    • Intrathecal Drug Pump Implantation
    • Epidural Drug Pump Placement
    • Programmable Pain Pump Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 64635: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, single facet joint
    • 62362: Implantation or replacement of device for intrathecal or epidural drug infusion; programmable pump, including preparation of pump, with or without programming

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar/Sacral Facet Joint Nerve Destruction (Additional)
    • Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back) with Imaging
    • Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
    • Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Spine
    • Lumbar Facet Denervation
    • Facet joint block
    • Zygapophyseal joint injection
    • Lower back facet injection
    • Sacral facet injection
    • Paravertebral facet injection
    • Neck/upper back pain injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64636: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, each additional facet joint (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 64494: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 64492: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic; third and any additional level(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Cord Stimulator Implant
    • Spinal Catheter Placement for Long-Term Medication
    • Ilioinguinal/Iliohypogastric Nerve Block
    • Epidural neurostimulator placement
    • Percutaneous spinal stimulator
    • SCS implant
    • Intrathecal Catheter Implantation
    • Epidural Catheter for Pain Pump
    • Spinal Drug Delivery System
    • Groin Nerve Block
    • Abdominal Wall Nerve Injection
    • Ilioinguinal Nerve Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 63650: Percutaneous implantation of neurostimulator electrode array, epidural
    • 62350: Implantation, revision or repositioning of tunneled intrathecal or epidural catheter, for long-term medication administration via an external pump or implantable reservoir/infusion pump; without laminectomy
    • 64425: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; ilioinguinal, iliohypogastric nerves

    Also known as:

    • Botox Injections for Chronic Migraine
    • Chemodenervation for Migraine
    • Botulinum Toxin Injection for Migraine
    • Facial Nerve Block
    • Trigeminal Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64615: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial, trigeminal, cervical spinal and accessory nerves, bilateral (eg, for chronic migraine)

    Also known as:

    • Greater Occipital Nerve Block
    • Knee Nerve Pain Injection
    • Lumbar or Thoracic Sympathetic Nerve Block
    • Occipital Nerve Injection
    • Headache Nerve Block
    • Steroid Injection for Occipital Neuralgia
    • Genicular Nerve Block
    • Knee Pain Steroid Injection
    • Knee Nerve Anesthetic Injection
    • Sympathetic Nerve Block (Back)
    • Paravertebral Sympathetic Injection
    • Lower Back Nerve Block for Pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 64405: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; greater occipital nerve
    • 64454: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; genicular nerve branches, including imaging guidance, when performed
    • 64520: Injection, anesthetic agent; lumbar or thoracic (paravertebral sympathetic)

    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:

    • 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:

    • Suprascapular Nerve Block
    • Peripheral Nerve Block
    • Intercostal Nerve Block (Additional Level)
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Suprascapular Nerve Injection
    • Pain Relief Injection for Shoulder Nerve
    • Shoulder Pain Nerve Block
    • Nerve injection
    • Pain relief injection
    • Steroid injection for nerve pain
    • Rib Nerve Block
    • Chest Wall Nerve Injection
    • Intercostal Pain Injection
    • Thoracic Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64418: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; suprascapular nerve
    • 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
    • 64421: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; intercostal nerve, each additional level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Nerve Ablation for Neck or Upper Back Pain
    • Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
    • Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Neck
    • Cervical Facet Denervation
    • Thoracic Facet Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64633: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); cervical or thoracic, single facet joint

    Also known as:

    • Facet Joint Nerve Ablation (Neck/Mid-Back)
    • Radiofrequency Ablation Facet Joint
    • Cervical Facet Nerve Destruction
    • Thoracic Facet Nerve Block
    • Spine Nerve Ablation

    CPT Codes:

    • 64634: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); cervical or thoracic, each additional facet joint (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Pain Stimulator Device Revision or Removal
    • Revision or Replacement of Spinal Neurostimulator Electrodes
    • Spinal neurostimulator removal
    • Spinal cord stimulator revision
    • Implanted pain device removal
    • Spinal cord stimulator electrode revision
    • Neurostimulator lead replacement
    • Spinal pain stimulator adjustment

    CPT Codes:

    • 63688: Revision or removal of implanted spinal neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver, with detachable connection to electrode array
    • 63663: Revision including replacement, when performed, of spinal neurostimulator electrode percutaneous array(s), including fluoroscopy, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Shunt Puncture for Fluid or Medicine
    • Shunt aspiration
    • Shunt injection
    • Reservoir tap
    • Ventricular shunt access

    CPT Codes:

    • 61070: Puncture of shunt tubing or reservoir for aspiration or injection procedure

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Neurostimulator Electrode Removal
    • Spinal Stimulator Electrode Removal
    • Percutaneous Neurostimulator Array Removal
    • Spinal Cord Stimulator Lead Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 63661: Removal of spinal neurostimulator electrode percutaneous array(s), including fluoroscopy, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Botox Injection for Neck Muscle Spasms
    • Chemodenervation of neck muscles
    • Botulinum toxin injection for cervical dystonia
    • Neck spasm injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64616: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); neck muscle(s), excluding muscles of the larynx, unilateral (eg, for cervical dystonia, spasmodic torticollis)

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Pain Pump or Reservoir
    • Intrathecal pump removal
    • Epidural reservoir removal
    • Spinal drug pump removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 62365: Removal of subcutaneous reservoir or pump, previously implanted for intrathecal or epidural infusion

    Also known as:

    • Implanted Pain Pump Check
    • Intrathecal pump analysis
    • Epidural pump evaluation
    • Drug pump status check

    CPT Codes:

    • 62367: Electronic analysis of programmable, implanted pump for intrathecal or epidural drug infusion (includes evaluation of reservoir status, alarm status, drug prescription status); without reprogramming or refill

    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. Platt accept my insurance?

    Dr. Platt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (360) 546-8950 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Platt accept in Vancouver, WA?

    Dr. Platt in Vancouver, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska

    • Cambia (Regence)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • State of Tennessee

    • State of Washington

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Platt's office located?

    Dr. Benjamin Platt's Primary Practice

    2312 NE 129th St

    Vancouver, WA 98686

    (360) 546-8950

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    Dr. Benjamin Platt's Practice 2

    8716 E Mill Plain Blvd

    Vancouver, WA 98664

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    Dr. Benjamin Platt's Practice 3

    200 W Arbor Dr

    San Diego, CA 92103

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

    Dr. Platt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952466567.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Platt?

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

    What is Dr. Benjamin Platt's specialty?

    Dr. Platt is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Vancouver, WA. 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. Platt to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Benjamin Platt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Platt is affiliated with PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center, PeaceHealth St. John Medical Center, PeaceHealth Sacred Heart Medical Center RiverBend 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

    Where can I learn more about Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?

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    Is Benjamin Platt accepting new patients in Vancouver, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Benjamin Platt is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Benjamin Platt offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Platt's office at (360) 546-8950 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Platt?

    Please contact Dr. Platt's office at (360) 546-8950 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Benjamin Platt have?

    Dr. Benjamin Platt is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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