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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Auman, Pain Medicine Specialist in Apex, NC?
Dr. Courtney Auman, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Apex, NC. Dr. Auman is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Auman’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Auman’s office at (252) 636-0300.
What languages does Dr. Auman speak?
Dr. Auman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Auman typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Auman 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. Auman. 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:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
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
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
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Auman typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Auman 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. Auman. 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 Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
- 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
- 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/Sacral Facet Joint Nerve Destruction (Additional)
- Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
- Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Spine
- Lumbar Facet Denervation
- Facet joint block
- Zygapophyseal joint injection
- Lower back facet injection
- Sacral facet injection
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)
- 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 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:
- 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
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. Auman accept my insurance?
Dr. Auman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (252) 636-0300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Auman accept in Apex, NC?
Dr. Auman in Apex, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of North Carolina
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Auman's office located?
Dr. Courtney Auman's Primary Practice
1001 W Williams St Ste 103
Apex, NC 27502
(252) 636-0300
What is Dr. Auman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Auman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154563591.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Auman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Auman
What is Dr. Courtney Auman's specialty?
Dr. Auman is a Pain Medicine Specialist near Apex, NC.
What does a Pain Medicine Specialist do?
Pain medicine is a primary medical specialty centered on a distinct body of knowledge and a defined clinical scope, grounded in science, research, and education. This type of medicine focuses on the study, prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of individuals experiencing pain. A comprehensive evaluation considers physical, psychological, cognitive, and socio-cultural factors contributing to pain. Treatment options include pharmacological, invasive, behavioral, cognitive, rehabilitative and complementary strategies, based on the patient's specific needs. Pain medicine physicians serves as primary care providers for the management of pain or can also act as consultants to other physicians, direct an interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary treatment team, conduct research, or advocate for the patient's pain care with public and private agencies. These physicians work in various settings, including offices, clinics, hospitals, universities, and governmental or public institutions.
Is this Dr. Courtney Auman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Auman is affiliated with Carteret Health Care, Onslow Memorial Hospital, Ecu Health Duplin Hospital 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?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Courtney Auman accepting new patients in Apex, NC?
Yes, Dr. Courtney Auman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Courtney Auman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Auman's office at (252) 636-0300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Courtney Auman?
Please contact Dr. Auman's office at (252) 636-0300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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