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Dr. Blake Christensen, DO

Oklahoma City, OK

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Christensen, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Oklahoma City, OK?

    Dr. Blake Christensen, DO is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Oklahoma City, OK with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Christensen graduated from Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center Program. Dr. Christensen is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Christensen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Christensen’s office at (405) 286-9820.

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

    • Residency: University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center Program

    • Medical School: Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine | Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Christensen speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Christensen treat?

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

    • 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:

    • Lower Back and Tailbone Spondylosis
    • Neck Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbosacral Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbosacral Spine Disease
    • Cervical Spondylosis
    • Neck Arthritis
    • Degenerative Neck Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47897: Other spondylosis, lumbosacral region
    • M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region

    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 and Tailbone Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbosacral Spondylotic Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Arthritis with Sciatica
    • Pinched Nerve in Lumbosacral Spine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4727: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

    • Neck and Upper Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Herniated Disc in Neck/Upper Back with Radiculopathy
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck/Upper Back
    • Slipped Disc causing Nerve Pain in Neck/Upper Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5013: Cervical disc disorder with radiculopathy, cervicothoracic region

    Also known as:

    • Neck Disc Displacement
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Slipped Disc in Neck
    • Herniated Disc in Neck
    • Cervical Disc Protrusion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5020: Other cervical disc displacement, unspecified cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
    • Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination

    What procedures does Dr. Christensen perform?

    As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Christensen 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. Christensen. 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 or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
    • Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
    • Epidural Steroid Injection
    • Caudal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Pain Management Injection
    • Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
    • Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Paravertebral Facet Injection
    • Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
    • Cervical Epidural Injection
    • Thoracic Epidural Injection
    • Pain Relief Spinal Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 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)
    • 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
    • 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)

    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 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:

    • Guided Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
    • Paravertebral Facet Joint Injection
    • Cervical Facet Injection
    • Thoracic Facet Injection
    • Zygapophyseal Joint Injection

    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

    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:

    • 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)

    Does Dr. Christensen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Christensen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (405) 286-9820 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Christensen accept in Oklahoma City, OK?

    Dr. Christensen in Oklahoma City, OK accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other TPA

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Christensen's office located?

    Dr. Blake Christensen's Primary Practice

    13601 W Memorial Park Dr Ste 200

    Oklahoma City, OK 73120

    (405) 286-9820

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    Dr. Blake Christensen's Practice 2

    14000 N Portland Ave Ste 101

    Oklahoma City, OK 73134

    (405) 751-0011

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    Dr. Blake Christensen's Practice 3

    1000 Hospital Dr

    Kingfisher, OK 73750

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

    Dr. Christensen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841425477.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Christensen?

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

    What is Dr. Blake Christensen's specialty?

    Dr. Christensen is a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Oklahoma City, OK. 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. Contact Dr. Christensen to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Blake Christensen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Christensen is affiliated with Mercy Hospital - Oklahoma City, Norman Regional Hospital, Oklahoma Center for Orthopaedic Multi-Specialty Surgery, OneCore Health, INTEGRIS Health Southwest Medical Center, INTEGRIS Health Canadian Valley 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

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    Is Blake Christensen accepting new patients in Oklahoma City, OK?

    Yes, Dr. Blake Christensen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Blake Christensen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Christensen's office at (405) 286-9820 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Blake Christensen?

    Please contact Dr. Christensen's office at (405) 286-9820 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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