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Dr. Richard Messinger, MD
Charlottesville, VA
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Messinger, Pain Medicine Specialist in Charlottesville, VA?
Dr. Richard Messinger, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Charlottesville, VA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Messinger graduated from West Virginia University School of Medicine. Dr. Messinger is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Messinger’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Messinger’s office at (434) 295-3600.
Where did Dr. Messinger go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: West Virginia University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Messinger board certified in Pain Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Messinger, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Messinger speak?
Dr. Messinger and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Messinger treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Messinger 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. Messinger. 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.
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
- Cervical Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
- Narrowing of the Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Bone Spinal Narrowing
- Lumbar Canal Stenosis
- Narrowing of the Neck Spinal Canal
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Cervical Canal Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M9933: Osseous stenosis of neural canal of lumbar region
- M9931: Osseous stenosis of neural canal of 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
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
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:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of the hip
- Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
- Osteoarthritis of the shoulder
- Osteoarthritis of the knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left shoulder
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M169: Osteoarthritis of hip, unspecified
- M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
- M19019: Primary osteoarthritis, unspecified shoulder
- M179: Osteoarthritis of knee, unspecified
- M19012: Primary osteoarthritis, left shoulder
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
Also known as:
- Neck Spondylosis
- Mid-Back Spondylosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
- Thoracic Spondylosis
- Mid-Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Thoracic Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
- M47814: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, thoracic 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:
- Left Hip Bursitis
- Bursitis
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Left Trochanteric Bursitis
- Inflamed left hip bursa
- Left hip joint inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7062: Trochanteric bursitis, left hip
Also known as:
- Occipital Neuralgia
- Headache
- Nerve Pain in Back of Head
- Occipital Nerve Pain
- Neuralgia of the Head
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5481: Occipital neuralgia
Also known as:
- Vertebrogenic Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- vertebral low back pain
- spine-related low back pain
- discogenic low back pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5451: Vertebrogenic low back pain
Which procedures does Dr. Messinger perform as a Pain Medicine Specialist?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Richard Messinger may include:
- Anti-Pain Stimulator Implantation
- Discogram
- Electromyograph (EMG)
- Epidural Injection
- Nerve Block
- Ozone Prolotherapy
- Pain Management Consultation
- Pain Medicine Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Messinger's office.
Does Dr. Messinger accept my insurance?
Dr. Messinger accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (434) 295-3600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Messinger accept in Charlottesville, VA?
Dr. Messinger in Charlottesville, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BlueCross and BlueShield of Vermont
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Messinger's office located?
Dr. Richard Messinger's Primary Practice
2050 Abbey Rd Ste A
Charlottesville, VA 22911
(434) 295-3600
What is Dr. Messinger's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Messinger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801008891.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Messinger?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Messinger
What is Dr. Richard Messinger's specialty?
Dr. Messinger is a Pain Medicine Specialist near Charlottesville, VA. 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. Contact Dr. Messinger to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Richard Messinger affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Messinger is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Richard Messinger accepting new patients in Charlottesville, VA?
Yes, Dr. Richard Messinger is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Messinger offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Messinger's office at (434) 295-3600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Messinger?
Please contact Dr. Messinger's office at (434) 295-3600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Messinger have?
Dr. Richard Messinger is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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