Dr. Thomas Ratino, MD
Fort Worth, TX
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ratino, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Fort Worth, TX?
Dr. Thomas Ratino, MD is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Fort Worth, TX with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Ratino graduated from Creighton University School of Medicine. Dr. Ratino is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ratino’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ratino’s office at (817) 332-6092.
Where did Dr. Ratino go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Creighton University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Ratino board certified as an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Ratino, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Ratino speak?
Dr. Ratino and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ratino typically treat?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ratino 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. Ratino. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
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:
- Implanted Device Management
- Implant adjustment
- Device follow-up
- Managing medical implants
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4589: Encounter for adjustment and management of other implanted devices
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:
- Complex Regional Pain Syndrome Type 1
- Complex Regional Pain Syndrome
- CRPS Type 1
- Reflex sympathetic dystrophy
- RSD
ICD-10 Codes:
- G90522: Complex regional pain syndrome I of left lower limb
What procedures does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ratino typically perform?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ratino 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. Ratino. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Spinal Cord Stimulator Implant
- Spinal Catheter Placement for Long-Term Medication
- Epidural neurostimulator placement
- Percutaneous spinal stimulator
- SCS implant
- Intrathecal Catheter Implantation
- Epidural Catheter for Pain Pump
- Spinal Drug Delivery System
CPT Codes:
- 63650: Percutaneous implantation of neurostimulator electrode array, epidural
- 62350: Implantation, revision or repositioning of tunneled intrathecal or epidural catheter, for long-term medication administration via an external pump or implantable reservoir/infusion pump; without laminectomy
Also known as:
- Implantable Pain Pump Placement
- Intrathecal Drug Pump Implantation
- Epidural Drug Pump Placement
- Programmable Pain Pump Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 62362: Implantation or replacement of device for intrathecal or epidural drug infusion; programmable pump, including preparation of pump, with or without programming
Also known as:
- Spinal Cord Stimulator Insertion
- Spinal Neurostimulator Placement
- SCS Implantation
- Back Pain Stimulator Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 63685: Insertion or replacement of spinal neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver, requiring pocket creation and connection between electrode array and pulse generator or receiver
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
CPT Codes:
- 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)
Also known as:
- Peripheral Nerve Stimulator Implantation
- Percutaneous Nerve Stimulator Placement
- Electrode Array Implantation (Peripheral Nerve)
- Nerve Pain Stimulator
CPT Codes:
- 64555: Percutaneous implantation of neurostimulator electrode array; peripheral nerve (excludes sacral nerve)
Also known as:
- Spinal Pain Stimulator Device Revision or Removal
- Spinal neurostimulator removal
- Spinal cord stimulator revision
- Implanted pain device removal
CPT Codes:
- 63688: Revision or removal of implanted spinal neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver, with detachable connection to electrode array
Does Dr. Ratino accept my insurance?
Dr. Ratino accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (817) 332-6092 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ratino accept in Fort Worth, TX?
Dr. Ratino in Fort Worth, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Texas
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ratino's office located?
Dr. Thomas Ratino's Primary Practice
900 Jerome St Ste 400
Fort Worth, TX 76104
(817) 332-6092
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 4 reviews
Patients give Dr. Thomas Ratino an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Ratino has been rated and reviewed by 4 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Ratino, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Ratino's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ratino's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104030782.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ratino?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ratino
What is Dr. Thomas Ratino's specialty?
Dr. Ratino is a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Fort Worth, TX.
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 this Dr. Thomas Ratino affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ratino is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Surgical Hospital - Fort Worth, Texas Health Southwest Fort Worth, Medical City Fort Worth Hospital 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 Thomas Ratino accepting new patients in Fort Worth, TX?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Ratino is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Ratino offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ratino's office at (817) 332-6092 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Ratino?
Please contact Dr. Ratino's office at (817) 332-6092 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Ratino have?
Dr. Thomas Ratino is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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