Dr. M. Richard Pavao, MD
North Dartmouth, MA
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pavao, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in North Dartmouth, MA?
Dr. M. Richard Pavao, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in North Dartmouth, MA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Pavao is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pavao’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pavao’s office at (508) 793-6804.
What languages does Dr. Pavao speak?
Dr. Pavao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Pavao typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Pavao 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. Pavao. 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:
- 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 Spinal Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47896: Other spondylosis, lumbar region
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Pavao typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Pavao 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. Pavao. 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
- 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)
- Cervical Epidural Injection
- Thoracic Epidural Injection
- Pain Relief Spinal Injection
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
- 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:
- Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection (Additional Levels)
- Multiple Trigger Point Injections
- Lower Back Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Nerve Block
- Paravertebral Facet Injection (Lumbar/Sacral)
- Trigger Point Release Injections
- Muscle Pain Injections
- Myofascial Pain Injections
CPT Codes:
- 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)
- 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
Does Dr. Pavao accept my insurance?
Dr. Pavao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (508) 793-6804 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pavao accept in North Dartmouth, MA?
Dr. Pavao in North Dartmouth, MA 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 Massachusetts
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Pavao's office located?
Dr. M. Richard Pavao's Primary Practice
480 Hawthorn St
North Dartmouth, MA 02747
(508) 793-6804
What is Dr. Pavao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pavao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003942749.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pavao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pavao
What is Dr. M. Richard Pavao's specialty?
Dr. Pavao is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near North Dartmouth, MA.
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. M. Richard Pavao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pavao is affiliated with St. Luke's Hospital - New Bedford, Ma 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
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Is M. Richard Pavao accepting new patients in North Dartmouth, MA?
Yes, Dr. M. Richard Pavao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. M. Richard Pavao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pavao's office at (508) 793-6804 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with M. Richard Pavao?
Please contact Dr. Pavao's office at (508) 793-6804 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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