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Who is Dr. French, Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist in Charlotte, NC?
Dr. Jonathan French, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Charlotte, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. French is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. French’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. French’s office at (704) 367-4800.
Is Dr. French board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Jonathan French, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
What languages does Dr. French speak?
Dr. French and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist like Dr. French typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. French 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. French. 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
- Neck Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
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
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist like Dr. French typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. French 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. French. 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)
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
- 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)
- Cervical Epidural Injection
- Thoracic Epidural Injection
- Pain Relief Spinal 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
- 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
- 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)
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
- Lumbar/Sacral Facet Joint Nerve Destruction (Additional)
- Facet joint block
- Zygapophyseal joint injection
- Lower back facet injection
- Sacral facet injection
- Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
- Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Spine
- Lumbar Facet Denervation
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)
- 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:
- 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
Does Dr. French accept my insurance?
Dr. French accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (704) 367-4800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. French accept in Charlotte, NC?
Dr. French in Charlotte, 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
Cigna Group
Medicare
Oscar Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. French's office located?
Dr. Jonathan French's Primary Practice
8201 Healthcare Loop Ste 201
Charlotte, NC 28215
(704) 367-4800
Dr. Jonathan French's Practice 3
7825 Ballantyne Commons Pkwy Ste 150
Charlotte, NC 28277
What is Dr. French's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. French's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831311679.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. French?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. French
What is Dr. Jonathan French's specialty?
Dr. French is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist near Charlotte, NC.
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. Jonathan French affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. French is affiliated with Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center, Novant Health Huntersville 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
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Is Jonathan French accepting new patients in Charlotte, NC?
Yes, Dr. Jonathan French is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jonathan French offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. French's office at (704) 367-4800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jonathan French?
Please contact Dr. French's office at (704) 367-4800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jonathan French have?
Dr. Jonathan French is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
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