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Who is Dr. Pletnick, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Oro Valley, AZ?
Dr. Chad Pletnick, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Oro Valley, AZ. He is board certified. Dr. Pletnick is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pletnick’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pletnick’s office at (520) 742-4008.
Is Dr. Pletnick board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Chad Pletnick, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Pletnick speak?
Dr. Pletnick and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Pletnick typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Pletnick 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. Pletnick. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Other Single Nerve Damage
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Other Mononeuropathies
- Specific Localized Nerve Damage
- Uncommon Nerve Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- G588: Other specified mononeuropathies
Also known as:
- Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
- Pain Relievers
- Chronic opioid therapy
- Ongoing narcotic pain medication
- Opioid analgesic use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Pletnick typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Pletnick 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. Pletnick. 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 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:
- Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
- Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
- Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
- Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Knee Injection with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
Does Dr. Pletnick accept my insurance?
Dr. Pletnick accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (520) 742-4008 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pletnick accept in Oro Valley, AZ?
Dr. Pletnick in Oro Valley, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Territories
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Capital Blue Cross
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Pletnick's office located?
Dr. Chad Pletnick's Primary Practice
12480 N Rancho Vistoso Blvd Ste 180
Oro Valley, AZ 85755
(520) 742-4008
What is Dr. Pletnick's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pletnick's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992829501.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pletnick?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pletnick
What is Dr. Chad Pletnick's specialty?
Dr. Pletnick is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Oro Valley, AZ.
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. Chad Pletnick affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pletnick is affiliated with Northwest Medical Center - Tucson, Az 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 Chad Pletnick accepting new patients in Oro Valley, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Chad Pletnick is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chad Pletnick offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pletnick's office at (520) 742-4008 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chad Pletnick?
Please contact Dr. Pletnick's office at (520) 742-4008 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Chad Pletnick have?
Dr. Chad Pletnick is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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