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Dr. Leena Mathew, MD

Dr. Leena Mathew, MD

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mathew, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Leena Mathew, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. Dr. Mathew graduated from Tirunelveli Medical College, Tamil Nadu Dr Mgr Medical University and completed her residency at Ny And Presby Hosp, Pain Management Ny And Presby Hosp, Anesthesiology Ny And Presby Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Mathew is fluent in English, Hindi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mathew’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mathew’s office.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Mathew?

    Dr. Leena Mathew, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Mathew empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Acupuncture, Fibromyalgia, Headache/Facial Pain, Migraine, Pain - Cancer, Pain-Chronic, Pain-Interventional Techniques, Pain-Neck, Pain-Neuropathic, Spinal Cord Stimulation, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York, NY community, Dr. Mathew is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Fellowship: Presbyterian Hospital Of New York

    • Residency: Ny And Presby Hosp, Pain Management Ny And Presby Hosp, Anesthesiology Ny And Presby Hosp, General Surgery | Presbyterian Hospital Of New York | New York Presbyterian Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Tirunelveli Med Coll, Madurai University, Tirunelveli, T N, India | Tirunelveli Medical College, Tamil Nadu Dr Mgr Medical University | Tirunelveli Medical College

    What languages does Dr. Mathew speak?

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

    • English

    • Hindi

    • Urdu

    What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Mathew typically treat?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Mathew 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. Mathew. 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
    • 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:

    • Muscle Pain
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Myalgia
    • Muscle Ache
    • Muscle Soreness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7918: Myalgia, other site

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sacral and Tailbone Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Sacrococcygeal Spondylosis
    • Tailbone Arthritis
    • Degenerative Sacral Spine Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47818: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, sacral and sacrococcygeal region

    What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Mathew typically perform?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Mathew 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. Mathew. 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:

    • Sacroiliac Joint Injection
    • Multiple Trigger Point Injections
    • SI joint injection
    • Sacroiliac steroid injection
    • Image-guided SI joint injection
    • Sacroiliac joint block
    • Trigger Point Release Injections
    • Muscle Pain Injections
    • Myofascial Pain Injections

    CPT Codes:

    • 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
    • 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles

    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:

    • 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)

    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

    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

    Does Dr. Mathew accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mathew accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mathew accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Mathew in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Mathew's office located?

    ColumbiaDoctors-Pain Medicine

    ColumbiaDoctors-Pain Medicine

    5 Columbus Cir

    New York, NY 10019

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

    Dr. Mathew's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063565489.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mathew?

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

    What is Dr. Leena Mathew's specialty?

    Dr. Mathew is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near New York, NY.

    What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist do?

    In both hospital and outpatient settings, an anesthesiologist offers patients with acute, chronic, and/or cancer pain a high standard of care by serving as their primary care physician or consultant. Moreover, the anesthesiologist collaborates with other specialists to coordinate the needs of patient care.

    Is this Dr. Leena Mathew affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mathew is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian/columbia University Irving Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist. 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 Leena Mathew accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Leena Mathew is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Leena Mathew offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mathew's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Leena Mathew?

    Please contact Dr. Mathew's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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