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Who is Dr. Drelles, Critical Care Anesthesiologist in Pontiac, MI?
Dr. Michael Drelles, DO is a Critical Care Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Pontiac, MI with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Drelles completed his residency at University of Michigan Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Drelles is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Drelles’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Drelles’s office.
Where did Dr. Drelles go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: ANESTHESIOLOGY, University of CA at Davise, Sacramento, CA | University of California
Residency: University of Michigan Affiliated Hospitals
Is Dr. Drelles board certified as a Critical Care Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Michael Drelles, DO is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Drelles speak?
Dr. Drelles and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Critical Care Anesthesiologist like Dr. Drelles typically treat?
As a Critical Care Anesthesiologist, Dr. Drelles 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. Drelles. 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:
- 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 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:
- Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
- Back Pain
- SI Joint Inflammation
- Sacroiliac Dysfunction
- Inflamed SI Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified
What procedures does a Critical Care Anesthesiologist like Dr. Drelles typically perform?
As a Critical Care Anesthesiologist, Dr. Drelles 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. Drelles. 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:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
- Cervical Epidural Injection
- Thoracic Epidural Injection
- Pain Relief Spinal Injection
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
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)
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging 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)
- 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:
- Sacroiliac Joint Injection
- SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac steroid injection
- Image-guided SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac joint block
CPT Codes:
- 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Drelles accept my insurance?
Dr. Drelles 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. Drelles accept in Pontiac, MI?
Dr. Drelles in Pontiac, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
McLaren Health Care
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Drelles' office located?
What is Dr. Drelles's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Drelles's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518086560.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Drelles?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Drelles
What is Dr. Michael Drelles's specialty?
Dr. Drelles is a Critical Care Anesthesiologist near Pontiac, MI.
What does a Critical Care Anesthesiologist do?
A critical care anesthesiologist is dedicated to the examination, management, and support of patients having multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to their clinical responsibilities, this specialist may oversee administrative chores in intensive care units, allowing the primary care physician, critical care team, and other medical specialists to collaborate effectively on patient care.
Is this Dr. Michael Drelles affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Drelles is affiliated with Trinity Health Oakland Hospital, Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital, Corewell Health Farmington Hills Hospital, Corewell Health Beaumont Grosse Pointe Hospital, Trinity Health Ann Arbor Hospital, Ascension Providence Hospital - Novi Campus 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 Michael Drelles accepting new patients in Pontiac, MI?
Yes, Dr. Michael Drelles is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Drelles offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Drelles's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Drelles?
Please contact Dr. Drelles's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Drelles have?
Dr. Michael Drelles is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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