16 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Abraham, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Stamford, CT?
Dr. Bassem Abraham, MD is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Stamford, CT with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified. Dr. Abraham completed his residency at Cleveland Clinic Foundation. He is a member of the American Board of Pain Management, American Board of Interventional Pain Physicians, American Board of Anesthesiology, Interventional Pain Physicians, American Society for Interventional Pain Physicians, and New york society for Interventional Pain Physicians. Dr. Abraham is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abraham’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abraham’s office at (203) 548-7590.
Where did Dr. Abraham go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Pennsylvania State University
Residency: Cleveland Clinic Foundation
Medical School: Ain Shams University Faculty of Medicine Abasia Square Cairo, Egypt | Stony Brook Univ Health Sciences Center School Of Medicine | SUNY Stony Brook
Is Dr. Abraham board certified as an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Bassem Abraham, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Abraham speak?
Dr. Abraham and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Abraham typically treat?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Abraham 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. Abraham. 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:
- 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 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:
- Neck Spondylosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
What procedures does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Abraham typically perform?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Abraham 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. Abraham. 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 or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- 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)
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
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)
- 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
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Facet joint block
- Zygapophyseal joint injection
- Lower back facet injection
- Sacral facet injection
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)
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
Also known as:
- Sacroiliac Joint Injection
- SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac steroid injection
- Image-guided SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac joint block
CPT Codes:
- 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
Does Dr. Abraham accept my insurance?
Dr. Abraham accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 548-7590 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Abraham accept in Stamford, CT?
Dr. Abraham in Stamford, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Connecticut
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Abraham's office located?
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Bassem Abraham?
Dr. Abraham has appointments available at his Stamford, CT office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 21 reviews
Office Experience
95% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
98% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
67% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
95% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Bassem Abraham an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Abraham has been rated and reviewed by 21 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Abraham, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
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Memberships & Associations
American Board of Pain Management
Board Certified
American Board of Interventional Pain Physicians
Board Certified
American Board of Anesthesiology
Board Certified
Interventional Pain Physicians
Fellow
American Society for Interventional Pain Physicians
Professional Member
New york society for Interventional Pain Physicians
Professional Member
What is Dr. Abraham's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Abraham's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922180520.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abraham?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Abraham
What is Dr. Bassem Abraham's specialty?
Dr. Abraham is a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Stamford, CT.
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. Bassem Abraham affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Abraham is affiliated with St. Vincent's Medical Center - Bridgeport, The Hospital Of Central Connecticut - New Britain General Campus 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
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Is Bassem Abraham accepting new patients in Stamford, CT?
Yes, Dr. Bassem Abraham is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bassem Abraham offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Abraham, or call (203) 548-7590 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Bassem Abraham?
Please contact Dr. Abraham's office at (203) 548-7590 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Bassem Abraham have?
Dr. Bassem Abraham is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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