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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Zavitsanos, Pain Medicine Specialist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Thomas Zavitsanos, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Zavitsanos graduated from Temple University School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Anesthesiology; Albert Einstein Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Zavitsanos is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zavitsanos’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zavitsanos’s office at (215) 612-4060.
Where did Dr. Zavitsanos go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Anesthesiology; Albert Einstein Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Pennsylvania Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania Health System Program
Medical School: Temple Univeristy School of Medicine | Temple University School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Zavitsanos board certified in Pain Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Zavitsanos, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Zavitsanos speak?
Dr. Zavitsanos and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Zavitsanos treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Zavitsanos 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. Zavitsanos. 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:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Muscle Pain
- Muscle Spasms
- Muscle Disorder
- Neuromuscular Disorder
- Myalgia
- Muscle Ache
- Muscle Soreness
- Muscle cramps
- Involuntary muscle contractions
- Muscle twitching
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7918: Myalgia, other site
- M62838: Other muscle spasm
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
- Neck and Upper Back Nerve Root Pain
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
- Sciatica
- Pinched Nerve in Neck and Upper Back
- Cervicothoracic Radiculopathy
- Spinal Nerve Compression
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
- M5413: Radiculopathy, cervicothoracic region
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
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
- Lower Back and Tailbone 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
- Lumbosacral Spondylotic Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Arthritis with Sciatica
- Pinched Nerve in Lumbosacral Spine
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4726: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M4727: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
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:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
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:
- 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:
- Spasmodic Torticollis
- Dystonia
- Cervical Dystonia
- Wry Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- G243: Spasmodic torticollis
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:
- 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
Which procedures does Dr. Zavitsanos perform as a Pain Medicine Specialist?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Thomas Zavitsanos may include:
- Anti-Pain Stimulator Implantation
- Discogram
- Electromyograph (EMG)
- Epidural Injection
- Nerve Block
- Ozone Prolotherapy
- Pain Management Consultation
- Pain Medicine Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Zavitsanos' office.
Does Dr. Zavitsanos accept my insurance?
Dr. Zavitsanos accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 612-4060 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zavitsanos accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Zavitsanos in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Centene
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal Employee Program
Health Partners Plans
Independence Blue Cross
Independent Health
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Zavitsanos' office located?
Dr. Thomas Zavitsanos' Primary Practice
3998 Red Lion Rd Ste 304
Philadelphia, PA 19114
(215) 612-4060
What is Dr. Zavitsanos's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zavitsanos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144240243.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zavitsanos?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zavitsanos
What is Dr. Thomas Zavitsanos's specialty?
Dr. Zavitsanos is a Pain Medicine Specialist near Philadelphia, PA. Pain medicine is a primary medical specialty centered on a distinct body of knowledge and a defined clinical scope, grounded in science, research, and education. This type of medicine focuses on the study, prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of individuals experiencing pain. A comprehensive evaluation considers physical, psychological, cognitive, and socio-cultural factors contributing to pain. Treatment options include pharmacological, invasive, behavioral, cognitive, rehabilitative and complementary strategies, based on the patient's specific needs. Pain medicine physicians serves as primary care providers for the management of pain or can also act as consultants to other physicians, direct an interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary treatment team, conduct research, or advocate for the patient's pain care with public and private agencies. These physicians work in various settings, including offices, clinics, hospitals, universities, and governmental or public institutions. Contact Dr. Zavitsanos to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Thomas Zavitsanos affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zavitsanos is affiliated with Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital, Jefferson Abington Hospital, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Jefferson Stratford 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 Thomas Zavitsanos accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Zavitsanos is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Zavitsanos offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zavitsanos's office at (215) 612-4060 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Zavitsanos?
Please contact Dr. Zavitsanos's office at (215) 612-4060 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Zavitsanos have?
Dr. Thomas Zavitsanos is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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