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Dr. Joseph Bax, DO

Venice, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bax, Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist in Venice, FL?

    Dr. Joseph Bax, DO is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Venice, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Dr. Bax is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bax’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bax’s office at (516) 496-4964.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Bax?

    Dr. Joseph Bax, DO is a highly-rated, board-certified Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Bax empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Interventional Pain Management, Pain-Spine, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Venice/FL community, Dr. Bax is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Is Dr. Bax board certified in Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Bax, DO is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

    What languages does Dr. Bax speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Bax treat?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Bax 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. Bax. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
    • Sciatica

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral 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:

    • Back Muscle Spasm
    • Neuromuscular Disorder
    • Back Muscle Cramp
    • Spasms in Back
    • Lower Back Spasm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M62830: Muscle spasm of back

    Also known as:

    • Neck Spondylosis
    • Mid-Back Spondylosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Spondylosis
    • Neck Arthritis
    • Degenerative Neck Disease
    • Thoracic Spondylosis
    • Mid-Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Thoracic Spine Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
    • M47814: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, thoracic region

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Left-Sided Lower Back Pain with Sciatica
    • Back Pain
    • Sciatica
    • Left Lumbago and Sciatica
    • Left Back and Leg Pain
    • Left Sciatic Back Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5442: Lumbago with sciatica, left side

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Right Hip Pain
    • Left Hip Pain
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Hip
    • Right Hip Ache
    • Right Hip Discomfort
    • Sore Left Hip
    • Left Hip Ache
    • Left Hip Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25551: Pain in right hip
    • M25552: Pain in left hip

    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 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:

    • Neck Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Herniated Disc in Neck with Radiculopathy
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Slipped Disc causing Nerve Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5010: Cervical disc disorder with radiculopathy, unspecified cervical 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M62838: Other muscle spasm

    Also known as:

    • Right Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Right Shoulder
    • Right Shoulder Ache
    • Right Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Pain with Sciatica (Right Side)
    • Back Pain
    • Sciatica
    • Right Sided Lumbago with Sciatica
    • Right Back Pain and Leg Nerve Pain
    • Right Sciatic Back Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5441: Lumbago with sciatica, right side

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back and Tailbone Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbosacral Spondylotic Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Arthritis with Sciatica
    • Pinched Nerve in Lumbosacral Spine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4727: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    Which procedures does Dr. Bax perform as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist?

    Does Dr. Bax accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bax accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 496-4964 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bax accept in Venice, FL?

    Dr. Bax in Venice, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Bax's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Bax's Primary Practice

    1499 E Venice Ave

    Venice, FL 34292

    (516) 496-4964

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    Dr. Joseph Bax's Practice 2

    5 E 98th St

    New York, NY 10029

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    Dr. Joseph Bax's Practice 3

    121 Eileen Way

    Syosset, NY 11791

    (516) 496-4964

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

    Dr. Bax's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750417283.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bax?

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

    What is Dr. Joseph Bax's specialty?

    Dr. Bax is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist near Venice, FL. A physiatrist specializing in Pain Medicine evaluates and treats patients with acute or chronic pain, including pain associated with cancer, in both hospital and outpatient settings. They also collaborate with other specialists to coordinate comprehensive care tailored to the patient’s needs. Contact Dr. Bax to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Joseph Bax affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bax is affiliated with The Mount Sinai Hospital, Mount Sinai West 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

    Where can I learn more about Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist?

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    Is Joseph Bax accepting new patients in Venice, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Bax is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Bax offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bax's office at (516) 496-4964 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joseph Bax?

    Please contact Dr. Bax's office at (516) 496-4964 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Bax have?

    Dr. Joseph Bax is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.

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