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Who is Dr. Pharo, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Gregory Pharo, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Pharo completed his residency at Hahnemann Univ Hosp, Anesthesiology. Dr. Pharo is fluent in English, French, Italian, Persian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pharo’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pharo’s office.
Where did Dr. Pharo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Hahnemann Univ Hosp, Anesthesiology
Is Dr. Pharo board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Gregory Pharo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Pharo speak?
Dr. Pharo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Italian
Persian
Spanish
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Pharo typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Pharo 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. Pharo. 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylotic Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Arthritis with Nerve Pain
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4726: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
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
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Pharo typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Pharo 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. Pharo. 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 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 Epidural Injection (Guided)
- Sacroiliac Joint Injection
- Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance
- SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac steroid injection
- Image-guided SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac joint block
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)
- 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
Does Dr. Pharo accept my insurance?
Dr. Pharo 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. Pharo accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Pharo in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Fox Insurance Company
Humana
Martin's Point
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Pharo's office located?
What is Dr. Pharo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pharo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629097571.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pharo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pharo
What is Dr. Gregory Pharo's specialty?
Dr. Pharo is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Philadelphia, PA.
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. Gregory Pharo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pharo is affiliated with Virtua Voorhees Hospital, Lankenau Medical Center 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
When to see a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Gregory Pharo accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Gregory Pharo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gregory Pharo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pharo's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gregory Pharo?
Please contact Dr. Pharo's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gregory Pharo have?
Dr. Gregory Pharo is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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