17 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Dahlgren, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Carlsbad, NM?
Dr. Nels Dahlgren, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Carlsbad, NM. He has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Dahlgren completed his residency at Univ Of Nm Sch Of Med, Anesthesiology. Dr. Dahlgren is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dahlgren’s office at (505) 896-9412.
Where did Dr. Dahlgren go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Nm Sch Of Med, Anesthesiology
Medical School: University of Ca, San Diego, Sch of Med, La Jolla Ca
Is Dr. Dahlgren board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Nels Dahlgren, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Dahlgren speak?
Dr. Dahlgren and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Dahlgren typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Dahlgren 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. Dahlgren. 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:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
- G8929: Other chronic pain
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:
- Lower Back Disc Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Worn Lumbar Discs
- Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, 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
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Dahlgren typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Dahlgren 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. Dahlgren. 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:
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
CPT Codes:
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
- 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)
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
- Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64484: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, each additional level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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)
Does Dr. Dahlgren accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Dahlgren's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Dahlgren's office located?
What is Dr. Dahlgren's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dahlgren's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396884318.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dahlgren?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dahlgren
What is Dr. Nels Dahlgren's specialty?
Dr. Dahlgren is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Carlsbad, NM.
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. Nels Dahlgren affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Dahlgren 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
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Is Nels Dahlgren accepting new patients in Carlsbad, NM?
Yes, Dr. Nels Dahlgren is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nels Dahlgren offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dahlgren's office at (505) 896-9412 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nels Dahlgren?
Please contact Dr. Dahlgren's office at (505) 896-9412 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nels Dahlgren have?
Dr. Nels Dahlgren is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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