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Dr. Emily Smith-Straesser, MD
Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist
,Anesthesiologist
,Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist
,Pain Medicine Specialist
Altoona, PA
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Smith-Straesser, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Altoona, PA?
Dr. Emily Smith-Straesser, MD is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Altoona, PA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Smith-Straesser is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Smith-Straesser’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Smith-Straesser’s office at (814) 231-2101.
What languages does Dr. Smith-Straesser speak?
Dr. Smith-Straesser and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Smith-Straesser treat?
As a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Smith-Straesser 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. Smith-Straesser. 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:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
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:
- 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:
- Tailbone Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Coccyx Disorder
- Sacrococcygeal Pain
- Tailbone Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M533: Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified
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
What procedures does Dr. Smith-Straesser perform?
As a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Smith-Straesser 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. Smith-Straesser. 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:
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
CPT Codes:
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
- 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)
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
Does Dr. Smith-Straesser accept my insurance?
Dr. Smith-Straesser accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (814) 231-2101 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Smith-Straesser accept in Altoona, PA?
Dr. Smith-Straesser in Altoona, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Farm Bureau Health Plans
Highmark Inc.
Medicare
Proamerica Managed Care
State of Tennessee
Unite Here Health
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Where is Dr. Smith-Straesser's office located?
Dr. Emily Smith-Straesser's Primary Practice
2907 Pleasant Valley Blvd
Altoona, PA 16602
(814) 231-2101
Dr. Emily Smith-Straesser's Practice 2
476 Rolling Ridge Dr Ste 200
State College, PA 16801
What is Dr. Smith-Straesser's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Smith-Straesser's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063808434.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Smith-Straesser?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Smith-Straesser
What is Dr. Emily Smith-Straesser's specialty?
Dr. Smith-Straesser is a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Altoona, PA. Interventional pain medicine focuses on diagnosing and treating pain and related disorders using interventional techniques. It is primarily aimed at managing subacute, chronic, persistent, and intractable pain, either as a standalone treatment or in combination with other therapeutic approaches. Contact Dr. Smith-Straesser to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Emily Smith-Straesser affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Smith-Straesser is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: James E. Van Zandt Veterans Administration Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?
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Is Emily Smith-Straesser accepting new patients in Altoona, PA?
Yes, Dr. Emily Smith-Straesser is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Emily Smith-Straesser offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Smith-Straesser's office at (814) 231-2101 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Emily Smith-Straesser?
Please contact Dr. Smith-Straesser's office at (814) 231-2101 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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