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Dr. Alan Gonzalez-Cota, MD

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Dr. Alan Gonzalez-Cota, MD

Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Anesthesiologist

Rockville, MD

Accepting patients
Online booking

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gonzalez-Cota, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Rockville, MD?

    Dr. Alan Gonzalez-Cota, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Rockville, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Gonzalez-Cota completed his residency at University of Michigan. He is a member of the American Society of Anesthesiologists - ASA, Spine Intervention Society - SIS, The Maryland State Medical Society, Montgomery County, National Hispanic Medical Association, and World Institute of Pain. Dr. Gonzalez-Cota is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gonzalez-Cota’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gonzalez-Cota’s office.

    Where did Dr. Gonzalez-Cota go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: University of Michigan

    • Residency: University of Michigan

    • Medical School: Autonomous University Of Baja California

    Is Dr. Gonzalez-Cota board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Alan Gonzalez-Cota, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Gonzalez-Cota speak?

    Dr. Gonzalez-Cota and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Gonzalez-Cota typically treat?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Gonzalez-Cota 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. Gonzalez-Cota. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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 Spinal Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47896: Other spondylosis, 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:

    • 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. Gonzalez-Cota typically perform?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Gonzalez-Cota 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. Gonzalez-Cota. 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:

    • Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
    • Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
    • Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Paravertebral Facet Injection
    • Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
    • TFESI (Lumbar)
    • Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
    • Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging

    CPT Codes:

    • 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
    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
    • Cervical Facet Injection
    • Thoracic Facet Injection
    • Zygapophyseal Joint Injection
    • Spinal Joint Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64491: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Facet Joint Nerve Ablation (Lumbar/Sacral)
    • Lumbar Facet Joint Denervation
    • Sacral Facet Nerve Block
    • Radiofrequency Ablation for Back Pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 64635: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, single facet joint

    Also known as:

    • Guided Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
    • Sacroiliac Joint Injection
    • Multiple Trigger Point Injections
    • Paravertebral Facet Joint Injection
    • Cervical Facet Injection
    • Thoracic Facet Injection
    • Zygapophyseal Joint Injection
    • SI joint injection
    • Sacroiliac steroid injection
    • Image-guided SI joint injection
    • Sacroiliac joint block
    • Trigger Point Release Injections
    • Muscle Pain Injections
    • Myofascial Pain Injections

    CPT Codes:

    • 64490: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic; single level
    • 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
    • 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles

    Does Dr. Gonzalez-Cota accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gonzalez-Cota accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gonzalez-Cota accept in Rockville, MD?

    Dr. Gonzalez-Cota in Rockville, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Commercial

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • MedStar Health

    • Riverside Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Gonzalez-Cota's office located?

    Dr. Alan Gonzalez-Cota's Primary Practice

    30 W Gude Dr Ste 375

    Rockville, MD 20850

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    Dr. Alan Gonzalez-Cota's Practice 2

    550 Ritchie Hwy Ste K

    Severna Park, MD 21146

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    Dr. Alan Gonzalez-Cota's Practice 3

    3500 Boston St Ste J2

    Baltimore, MD 21224

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Alan Gonzalez-Cota?

    Dr. Gonzalez-Cota has appointments available at his Rockville, MD office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.

    Ratings & Reviews

    Rating Star

    5.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 11 reviews

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    Office Experience

    100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    Attentiveness

    100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly

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    Wait Times

    75% of patients were satisfied with the wait time

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    Appointment Booking

    100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment

    Patients give Dr. Alan Gonzalez-Cota an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Gonzalez-Cota has been rated and reviewed by 11 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Gonzalez-Cota, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    • Professional Member of American Society of Anesthesiologists - ASA

    • Professional Member of Spine Intervention Society - SIS

    • Professional Member of The Maryland State Medical Society, Montgomery County

    • Professional Member of National Hispanic Medical Association

    • Professional Member of World Institute of Pain

    What is Dr. Gonzalez-Cota's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Gonzalez-Cota's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679797369.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gonzalez-Cota?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gonzalez-Cota

    What is Dr. Alan Gonzalez-Cota's specialty?

    Dr. Gonzalez-Cota is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Rockville, MD.

    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 Dr. Alan Gonzalez-Cota affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gonzalez-Cota is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center 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

    When to see a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Alan Gonzalez-Cota accepting new patients in Rockville, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Alan Gonzalez-Cota is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alan Gonzalez-Cota offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Gonzalez-Cota, or contact the office for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alan Gonzalez-Cota?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Gonzalez-Cota, or contact the office for more information.

    Where is Dr. Gonzalez-Cota's office located?

    Dr. Gonzalez-Cota's offices are located in Rockville, MD, Severna Park, MD, and Baltimore, MD.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Alan Gonzalez-Cota have?

    Dr. Alan Gonzalez-Cota is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.