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Dr. Alexander Shustorovich, DO

Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Physiatrist

Edison, NJ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shustorovich, Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist in Edison, NJ?

    Dr. Alexander Shustorovich, DO is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Edison, NJ. Dr. Shustorovich is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shustorovich’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shustorovich’s office at (347) 628-8600.

    What languages does Dr. Shustorovich speak?

    Dr. Shustorovich and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist like Dr. Shustorovich typically treat?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Shustorovich 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. Shustorovich. 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:

    • 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:

    • Muscle Pain
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Myalgia
    • Muscle Ache
    • Muscle Soreness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7918: Myalgia, other site

    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:

    • Tailbone Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Coccyx Disorder
    • Sacrococcygeal Pain
    • Tailbone Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M533: Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified

    What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist like Dr. Shustorovich typically perform?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Shustorovich 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. Shustorovich. 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:

    • Trigger Point Injection
    • Muscle Pain Injection
    • Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
    • Trigger Point Release Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 20552: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 1 or 2 muscle(s)

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Trigger Point Injections
    • Sacroiliac Joint Injection
    • Trigger Point Release Injections
    • Muscle Pain Injections
    • Myofascial Pain Injections
    • SI joint injection
    • Sacroiliac steroid injection
    • Image-guided SI joint injection
    • Sacroiliac joint block

    CPT Codes:

    • 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles
    • 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed

    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:

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

    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)
    • 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)

    Does Dr. Shustorovich accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shustorovich accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (347) 628-8600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shustorovich accept in Edison, NJ?

    Dr. Shustorovich in Edison, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Carepoint Health

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Medicare

    • State of New Jersey

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Shustorovich's office located?

    Dr. Alexander Shustorovich's Primary Practice

    65 James St

    Edison, NJ 08820

    (347) 628-8600

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

    Dr. Shustorovich's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306372552.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shustorovich?

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

    What is Dr. Alexander Shustorovich's specialty?

    Dr. Shustorovich is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist near Edison, 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 patient’s needs.

    Is Dr. Alexander Shustorovich affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shustorovich is affiliated with Hackensack Meridian Jfk University Medical Center, St. Joseph's University Medical Center, Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital - New Brunswick, Hackensack Meridian Jersey Shore University 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

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    Is Dr. Alexander Shustorovich accepting new patients in Edison, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Alexander Shustorovich is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alexander Shustorovich offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shustorovich's office at (347) 628-8600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alexander Shustorovich?

    Please contact Dr. Shustorovich's office at (347) 628-8600 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Shustorovich's office located?

    Dr. Shustorovich's office is located in Edison, NJ.