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Dr. Cristina Franceschini Sanchez, MD

Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Preventive Medicine/Occupational Environmental Medicine Specialist, Occupational Medicine Specialist, Pain Medicine Specialist

Saint Petersburg, FL

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Franceschini Sanchez, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Saint Petersburg, FL?

    Dr. Cristina Franceschini Sanchez, MD is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Saint Petersburg, FL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Franceschini Sanchez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Franceschini Sanchez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Franceschini Sanchez’s office at (321) 255-6670.

    What languages does Dr. Franceschini Sanchez speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

    As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Franceschini Sanchez 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. Franceschini Sanchez. 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:

    • Panniculitis of Lower Back
    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Inflammation of Fat Layer in Lower Back
    • Lumbar Panniculitis
    • Connective Tissue Disorder of Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5406: Panniculitis affecting regions of neck and back, lumbar region

    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:

    • 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:

    • Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
    • Back Pain
    • SI Joint Inflammation
    • Sacroiliac Dysfunction
    • Inflamed SI Joint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Spasms
    • Neuromuscular Disorder
    • Muscle cramps
    • Involuntary muscle contractions
    • Muscle twitching

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M62838: Other muscle spasm

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

    As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Franceschini Sanchez 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. Franceschini Sanchez. 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:

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

    • Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
    • Sciatic Nerve Block
    • Sciatica Injection
    • Steroid Injection for Sciatica
    • Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve

    CPT Codes:

    • 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    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:

    • 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. Franceschini Sanchez accept my insurance?

    Dr. Franceschini Sanchez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (321) 255-6670 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Franceschini Sanchez accept in Saint Petersburg, FL?

    Dr. Franceschini Sanchez in Saint Petersburg, FL 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 Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Risant Health

    • Ultimate Healthcare Holdings

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Franceschini Sanchez's office located?

    Dr. Cristina Franceschini Sanchez's Primary Practice

    4600 4th St N Fl Orthopaedic

    Saint Petersburg, FL 33703

    (321) 255-6670

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    Dr. Cristina Franceschini Sanchez's Practice 2

    13201 Bruce B Downs Blvd

    Tampa, FL 33612

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    Dr. Cristina Franceschini Sanchez's Practice 3

    1615 Pasadena Ave S Ste 150

    South Pasadena, FL 33707

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    What hospitals are Dr. Franceschini Sanchez affiliated with?

    Dr. Franceschini Sanchez has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Hca Florida Pasadena Hospital,South Pasadena, FL
    Hca Florida St. Petersburg Hospital,Saint Petersburg, FL

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

    Dr. Franceschini Sanchez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528554706.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Franceschini Sanchez?

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

    What is Dr. Cristina Franceschini Sanchez's specialty?

    Dr. Franceschini Sanchez is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Saint Petersburg, FL.

    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. Cristina Franceschini Sanchez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Franceschini Sanchez is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Hca Florida Pasadena Hospital, Hca Florida St. Petersburg 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 an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Cristina Franceschini Sanchez accepting new patients in Saint Petersburg, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Cristina Franceschini Sanchez is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Cristina Franceschini Sanchez offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Franceschini Sanchez's office at (321) 255-6670 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Cristina Franceschini Sanchez?

    Please contact Dr. Franceschini Sanchez's office at (321) 255-6670 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Franceschini Sanchez's office located?

    Dr. Franceschini Sanchez's offices are located in Saint Petersburg, FL, Tampa, FL, and South Pasadena, FL.