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Dr. Suhas Badarinath, MD

Physiatrist, Pain Medicine Specialist

Mount Airy, MD

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Badarinath, Physiatrist in Mount Airy, MD?

    Dr. Suhas Badarinath, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Mount Airy, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Badarinath is fluent in English and Kannada, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Badarinath’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Badarinath’s office at (301) 363-1063.

    Is Dr. Badarinath board certified as a Physiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. Suhas Badarinath, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

    What languages does Dr. Badarinath speak?

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

    • English
    • Kannada

    What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Badarinath typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Badarinath 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. Badarinath. 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:

    • 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:

    • Pain Disorder with Psychological Factors
    • Mental Disorder
    • Pain
    • Psychogenic Pain
    • Chronic Pain with Mental Health Issues
    • Stress-Related Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F4542: Pain disorder with related psychological factors

    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:

    • General Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Badarinath typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Badarinath 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. Badarinath. 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)
    • 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)

    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

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
    • Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection (Additional Levels)
    • Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance
    • Lower Back Facet Joint Injection
    • Sacral Facet Nerve Block
    • Paravertebral Facet Injection (Lumbar/Sacral)

    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)
    • 64495: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; third and any additional level(s) (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

    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

    Does Dr. Badarinath accept my insurance?

    Dr. Badarinath accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 363-1063 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Badarinath accept in Mount Airy, MD?

    Dr. Badarinath in Mount Airy, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Johns Hopkins Health System

    • Maryland Physicians Care

    • Medicare

    • Riverside Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Badarinath's office located?

    Dr. Suhas Badarinath's Primary Practice

    2702 Back Acre Cir Ste 290B

    Mount Airy, MD 21771

    (301) 363-1063

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    Dr. Suhas Badarinath's Practice 2

    19851 Observation Dr Ste 450

    Germantown, MD 20876

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    Dr. Suhas Badarinath's Practice 3

    6000 Executive Blvd Ste 602

    Rockville, MD 20852

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

    Dr. Badarinath's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821133323.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Badarinath?

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

    What is Dr. Suhas Badarinath's specialty?

    Dr. Badarinath is a Physiatrist near Mount Airy, MD.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

    Is Dr. Suhas Badarinath affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Badarinath is affiliated with Sentara Rmh Medical Center, Independence Health Westmoreland Hospital, Upmc Western Maryland, Upmc Passavant-Mccandless, Medstar Union Memorial Hospital 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

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    Is Dr. Suhas Badarinath accepting new patients in Mount Airy, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Suhas Badarinath is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Suhas Badarinath offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Badarinath's office at (301) 363-1063 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Suhas Badarinath?

    Please contact Dr. Badarinath's office at (301) 363-1063 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Badarinath's office located?

    Dr. Badarinath's offices are located in Mount Airy, MD, Germantown, MD, and Rockville, MD.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Suhas Badarinath have?

    Dr. Suhas Badarinath is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.