Dr. Todd Stitik, MD
Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist
,Physiatry Sports Medicine Specialist
,Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist
,Physiatrist
,Anesthesiologist
Newark, NJ
31 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Stitik, Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist in Newark, NJ?
Dr. Todd Stitik, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Newark, NJ. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Stitik graduated from Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania and completed his residency at Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Vet Affairs Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Stitik is fluent in English, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, Yiddish, Yoruba, and Zulu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Stitik’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Stitik’s office at (973) 972-2802.
Where did Dr. Stitik go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Vet Affairs Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Pa Sch of Med, Philadelphia Pa | Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania
Is Dr. Stitik board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Todd Stitik, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
What languages does Dr. Stitik speak?
Dr. Stitik and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Italian
Portuguese
Spanish
Yiddish
Yoruba
Zulu
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist like Dr. Stitik typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Stitik 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. Stitik. 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:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist like Dr. Stitik typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Stitik 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. Stitik. 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Tendon or Ligament Pain Injection
- Trigger Point Injection
- Tendon Injection
- Ligament Injection
- Soft Tissue Injection
- Pain Relief Injection (Tendon/Ligament)
- Muscle Pain Injection
- Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
- Trigger Point Release Injection
CPT Codes:
- 20551: Injection(s); single tendon origin/insertion
- 20552: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 1 or 2 muscle(s)
Also known as:
- Injection for Tendon or Ligament Pain
- Tendon sheath injection
- Ligament injection
- Plantar fascia injection
- Soft tissue injection for pain
CPT Codes:
- 20550: Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (eg, plantar "fascia")
Also known as:
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
CPT Codes:
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
Also known as:
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Nerve Destruction for Pain
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
- Neurolytic nerve block
- Peripheral nerve ablation
- Nerve destruction procedure
CPT Codes:
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
- 64640: Destruction by neurolytic agent; other peripheral nerve or branch
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
- Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance
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)
Does Dr. Stitik accept my insurance?
Dr. Stitik accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (973) 972-2802 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Stitik accept in Newark, NJ?
Dr. Stitik in Newark, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Horizon Mutual Holdings
Medicaid
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Stitik's office located?
What is Dr. Stitik's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Stitik's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356361349.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Stitik?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Stitik
What is Dr. Todd Stitik's specialty?
Dr. Stitik is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist near Newark, NJ.
What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist do?
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 patients needs.
Is this Dr. Todd Stitik affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Stitik is affiliated with Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center, The Valley 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 Todd Stitik accepting new patients in Newark, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Todd Stitik is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Todd Stitik offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Stitik's office at (973) 972-2802 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Todd Stitik?
Please contact Dr. Stitik's office at (973) 972-2802 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Todd Stitik have?
Dr. Todd Stitik is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
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