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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Raiten, Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Joshu Raiten, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Raiten is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Raiten’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Raiten’s office at (505) 727-7177.
What languages does Dr. Raiten speak?
Dr. Raiten and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist like Dr. Raiten typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Raiten 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. Raiten. 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:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
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:
- 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:
- Tailbone Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Coccyx Disorder
- Sacrococcygeal Pain
- Tailbone Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M533: Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist like Dr. Raiten typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Raiten 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. Raiten. 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:
- Sacroiliac Joint Injection
- Multiple Trigger Point Injections
- SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac steroid injection
- Image-guided SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac joint block
- Trigger Point Release Injections
- Muscle Pain Injections
- Myofascial Pain Injections
CPT Codes:
- 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
- 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles
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:
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
CPT Codes:
- 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
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
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. Raiten accept my insurance?
Dr. Raiten accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 727-7177 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Raiten accept in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Raiten in Albuquerque, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Presbyterian Healthcare Services
State of New Mexico
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Raiten's office located?
Dr. Joshu Raiten's Primary Practice
4824 McMahon Blvd NW Ste 109
Albuquerque, NM 87114
(505) 727-7177
What is Dr. Raiten's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Raiten's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154565539.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Raiten?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Raiten
What is Dr. Joshu Raiten's specialty?
Dr. Raiten is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist near Albuquerque, NM.
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. Joshu Raiten affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Raiten is affiliated with Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, Nm, Christus St. Vincent Regional Medical Center, Lovelace Westside Hospital, Presbyterian Santa Fe Medical Center, Lovelace Women's Hospital, Lovelace 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
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Is Joshu Raiten accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?
Yes, Dr. Joshu Raiten is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joshu Raiten offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Raiten's office at (505) 727-7177 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joshu Raiten?
Please contact Dr. Raiten's office at (505) 727-7177 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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