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Dr. Paul Mefferd, DO

Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Pain Medicine Specialist

Marietta, GA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mefferd, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Marietta, GA?

    Dr. Paul Mefferd, DO is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Marietta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Mefferd graduated from Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Mefferd is fluent in English, Arabic, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mefferd’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mefferd’s office at (678) 275-2200.

    Where did Dr. Mefferd go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences College of Osteopathic Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Mefferd speak?

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

    • Arabic
    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mefferd typically treat?

    As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Mefferd 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. Mefferd. 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:

    • 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 and Tailbone Spinal Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbosacral Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47817: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
    • Sciatica

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    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 an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mefferd typically perform?

    As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Mefferd 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. Mefferd. 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:

    • Sacroiliac Joint Injection
    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
    • SI joint injection
    • Sacroiliac steroid injection
    • Image-guided SI joint injection
    • Sacroiliac joint block
    • Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
    • 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)

    Does Dr. Mefferd accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mefferd accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (678) 275-2200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mefferd accept in Marietta, GA?

    Dr. Mefferd in Marietta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • State of Georgia

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Mefferd's office located?

    Dr. Paul Mefferd's Primary Practice

    790 Church St NE Ste 550

    Marietta, GA 30060

    (678) 275-2200

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    Dr. Paul Mefferd's Practice 2

    5730 Glenridge Dr Ste 115

    Sandy Springs, GA 30328

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    Dr. Paul Mefferd's Practice 3

    390 Ernest W Barrett Pkwy NW Ste 4

    Kennesaw, GA 30144

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

    Dr. Mefferd's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376755538.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mefferd?

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

    What is Dr. Paul Mefferd's specialty?

    Dr. Mefferd is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Marietta, GA.

    What does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist do?

    Interventional pain medicine focuses on diagnosing and treating pain and related disorders using interventional techniques. It is primarily aimed at managing subacute, chronic, persistent, and intractable pain, either as a standalone treatment or in combination with other therapeutic approaches.

    Is Dr. Paul Mefferd affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mefferd is affiliated with Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center, Northside Hospital Cherokee, Wellstar Cobb Medical Center, Northside Hospital Atlanta 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 an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist. 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 Dr. Paul Mefferd accepting new patients in Marietta, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Mefferd is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Paul Mefferd offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mefferd's office at (678) 275-2200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Paul Mefferd?

    Please contact Dr. Mefferd's office at (678) 275-2200 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Mefferd's office located?

    Dr. Mefferd's offices are located in Marietta, GA, Sandy Springs, GA, and Kennesaw, GA.