42 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Vendryes, Pain Medicine Specialist in Miami Shores, FL?
Dr. Christopher Vendryes, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Miami Shores, FL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 42 years and is board certified. Dr. Vendryes graduated from University of Western Sydney School of Medicine and completed his residency at Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Anesthesiology. Dr. Vendryes is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vendryes’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vendryes’s office at (305) 694-3775.
Where did Dr. Vendryes go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Anesthesiology | Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Health
Medical School: University Of West Indies- Fac Med Sci- Kingston- Jamaica | Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of The West Indies (Jamaica) | University of Western Sydney School of Medicine
Is Dr. Vendryes board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Vendryes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Vendryes speak?
Dr. Vendryes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Vendryes typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Vendryes 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. Vendryes. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
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
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Vendryes typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Vendryes 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. Vendryes. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
CPT Codes:
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
Does Dr. Vendryes accept my insurance?
Dr. Vendryes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 694-3775 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vendryes accept in Miami Shores, FL?
Dr. Vendryes in Miami Shores, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Medicare
Oscar Health
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Where is Dr. Vendryes' office located?
Dr. Christopher Vendryes' Primary Practice
9526 NE 2nd Ave Ste 101
Miami Shores, FL 33138
(305) 694-3775
What is Dr. Vendryes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vendryes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205986916.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vendryes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vendryes
What is Dr. Christopher Vendryes's specialty?
Dr. Vendryes is a Pain Medicine Specialist near Miami Shores, FL.
What does a Pain Medicine Specialist do?
Pain medicine is a primary medical specialty centered on a distinct body of knowledge and a defined clinical scope, grounded in science, research, and education. This type of medicine focuses on the study, prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of individuals experiencing pain. A comprehensive evaluation considers physical, psychological, cognitive, and socio-cultural factors contributing to pain. Treatment options include pharmacological, invasive, behavioral, cognitive, rehabilitative and complementary strategies, based on the patient's specific needs. Pain medicine physicians serves as primary care providers for the management of pain or can also act as consultants to other physicians, direct an interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary treatment team, conduct research, or advocate for the patient's pain care with public and private agencies. These physicians work in various settings, including offices, clinics, hospitals, universities, and governmental or public institutions.
Is this Dr. Christopher Vendryes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Vendryes 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
When to see a Pain Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Christopher Vendryes accepting new patients in Miami Shores, FL?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Vendryes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Vendryes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vendryes's office at (305) 694-3775 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Vendryes?
Please contact Dr. Vendryes's office at (305) 694-3775 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Vendryes have?
Dr. Christopher Vendryes is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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