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Dr. Craig Shalmi, MD
Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist
,Anesthesiologist
,Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)
,Family Medicine Specialist
,Internist
Babylon, NY
30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shalmi, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Babylon, NY?
Dr. Craig Shalmi, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Babylon, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Shalmi graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University and completed his residency at Beth Israel Deaconess Med Ctr, Pain Management; Beth Israel Deaconess Hp M C, Anesthesiology; St Elizabeth'S Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Shalmi is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shalmi’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shalmi’s office at (631) 422-6166.
Where did Dr. Shalmi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Beth Israel Deaconess Med Ctr, Pain Management; Beth Israel Deaconess Hp M C, Anesthesiology; St Elizabeth'S Med Ctr, General Surgery | Beth Israel Mc Deaconess | Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Program
Medical School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University
Is Dr. Shalmi board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Craig Shalmi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Shalmi speak?
Dr. Shalmi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Shalmi typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Shalmi 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. Shalmi. 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
- 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:
- 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
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
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Shalmi typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Shalmi 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. Shalmi. 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
- 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 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)
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:
- 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:
- 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)
Does Dr. Shalmi accept my insurance?
Dr. Shalmi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (631) 422-6166 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shalmi accept in Babylon, NY?
Dr. Shalmi in Babylon, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareGuard
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Patrolmen's Benevolent Association of the City of New York
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shalmi's office located?
Dr. Craig Shalmi's Primary Practice
500 W Main St Ste 116
Babylon, NY 11702
(631) 422-6166
What is Dr. Shalmi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shalmi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073534848.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shalmi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shalmi
What is Dr. Craig Shalmi's specialty?
Dr. Shalmi is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Babylon, NY.
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 this Dr. Craig Shalmi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shalmi is affiliated with Westchester Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Craig Shalmi accepting new patients in Babylon, NY?
Yes, Dr. Craig Shalmi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Craig Shalmi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shalmi's office at (631) 422-6166 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Craig Shalmi?
Please contact Dr. Shalmi's office at (631) 422-6166 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Craig Shalmi have?
Dr. Craig Shalmi is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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