17 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sahai, Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist in Chandler, AZ?
Dr. Shimul Sahai, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Chandler, AZ. She has been practicing for over 17 years. Dr. Sahai is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sahai’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sahai’s office at (480) 398-1940.
What languages does Dr. Sahai speak?
Dr. Sahai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist like Dr. Sahai typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Sahai 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. Sahai. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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 Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist like Dr. Sahai typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Sahai 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. Sahai. 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:
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
- Cervical Epidural Injection
- Thoracic Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Relief Spinal Injection
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- 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
- 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
- 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:
- 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:
- Lumbar/Sacral Facet Joint Nerve Destruction (Additional)
- Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
- Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Spine
- Lumbar Facet Denervation
CPT Codes:
- 64636: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, each additional facet joint (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
- Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64484: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, each additional level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Sahai accept my insurance?
Dr. Sahai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (480) 398-1940 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sahai accept in Chandler, AZ?
Dr. Sahai in Chandler, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
IASIS Healthcare
Medicare
Mercy Care
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Sahai's office located?
What is Dr. Sahai's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sahai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376761577.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sahai?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sahai
What is Dr. Shimul Sahai's specialty?
Dr. Sahai is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist near Chandler, AZ.
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 patients needs.
Is this Dr. Shimul Sahai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sahai is affiliated with Banner Desert Medical Center, Valleywise Health Medical Center, Banner Ocotillo 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 - Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Shimul Sahai accepting new patients in Chandler, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Shimul Sahai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shimul Sahai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sahai's office at (480) 398-1940 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shimul Sahai?
Please contact Dr. Sahai's office at (480) 398-1940 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Other Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist Near Chandler, AZ
AD
Physiatrist
Accepting patients
Book OnlineDr. Armen Derian, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Mesa, AZ with 2 additional practice locations.
Mesa, AZ
BOOK APPOINTMENTTS
Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist
Accepting patientsDr. Timothy Sanford, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Chandler, AZ with 2 additional practice locations.
Chandler, AZ
JG
Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist
Accepting patientsDr. Joseph Gottesman, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Chandler, AZ. He has been practicing for over 48 years.
Chandler, AZ