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Dr. Shawn Mei, MD

Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Anesthesiologist, Pain Medicine Specialist

Gulfport, MS

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mei, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Gulfport, MS?

    Dr. Shawn Mei, MD is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Gulfport, MS with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Mei graduated from Shanghai Med University and completed his residency at Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Pain Management; Yale New Haven Hosp, Anesthesiology. Dr. Mei is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mei’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mei’s office at (228) 284-1642.

    Where did Dr. Mei go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Pain Management; Yale New Haven Hosp, Anesthesiology

    • Medical School: Shanghai First Med Coll- Shanghai- (Natl Shanghai M C) | Shanghai Med University

    What languages does Dr. Mei speak?

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

    • Chinese
    • English

    What conditions does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mei typically treat?

    As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Mei 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. Mei. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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

    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:

    • Chronic pain after medical procedure
    • Chronic Pain
    • Chronic post-operative pain
    • Long-term pain after surgery
    • Persistent post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8928: Other chronic postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Opioid Dependence
    • Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
    • Prescription Drug Misuse
    • Opioid addiction
    • Opioid use disorder
    • OUD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated

    What procedures does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mei typically perform?

    As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Mei 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. Mei. 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:

    • Guided Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
    • Sacroiliac Joint Pain Injection
    • Paravertebral Facet Joint Injection
    • Cervical Facet Injection
    • Thoracic Facet Injection
    • Zygapophyseal Joint Injection
    • SI joint injection
    • Sacroiliac nerve block
    • Steroid injection for SI joint pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 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
    • 64451: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; nerves innervating the sacroiliac joint, with image guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or computed tomography)

    Also known as:

    • Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
    • Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
    • Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Paravertebral Facet Injection
    • Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
    • Epidural Steroid Injection
    • Caudal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Pain Management Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 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
    • 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:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Lumbar/Sacral Facet Joint Nerve Destruction (Additional)
    • Facet joint block
    • Zygapophyseal joint injection
    • Lower back facet injection
    • Sacral facet injection
    • Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
    • Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Spine
    • Lumbar Facet Denervation

    CPT Codes:

    • 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)
    • 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)

    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

    Does Dr. Mei accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mei accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (228) 284-1642 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mei accept in Gulfport, MS?

    Dr. Mei in Gulfport, MS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Mississippi

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Mei's office located?

    Dr. Shawn Mei's Primary Practice

    15164 Dedeaux Rd

    Gulfport, MS 39503

    (228) 284-1642

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    Dr. Shawn Mei's Practice 2

    12261 Highway 49 Ste 1

    Gulfport, MS 39503

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

    Dr. Mei's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407912223.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mei?

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

    What is Dr. Shawn Mei's specialty?

    Dr. Mei is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Gulfport, MS.

    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 Dr. Shawn Mei affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mei is affiliated with Memorial Hospital Gulfport, Ochsner Medical Center - Hancock, Singing River Gulfport, Slidell Memorial Hospital 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

    When to see an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Shawn Mei accepting new patients in Gulfport, MS?

    Yes, Dr. Shawn Mei is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Shawn Mei offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mei's office at (228) 284-1642 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Shawn Mei?

    Please contact Dr. Mei's office at (228) 284-1642 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Mei's office located?

    Dr. Mei's office is located in Gulfport, MS.