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Dr. Michael Dorwart, MD

Indianapolis, IN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Dorwart, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Indianapolis, IN?

    Dr. Michael Dorwart, MD is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Indianapolis, IN with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Dorwart is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dorwart’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dorwart’s office at (317) 944-2891.

    What languages does Dr. Dorwart speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Dorwart 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. Dorwart. 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 after medical procedure
    • Chronic Pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders
    • Chronic post-operative pain
    • Long-term pain after surgery
    • Persistent post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8929: Other chronic pain
    • G8928: Other chronic postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
    • Worn Lumbar Discs
    • Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region

    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:

    • Chronic Pancreatitis
    • Pancreatitis
    • Hereditary pancreatitis
    • Long-Term Pancreas Inflammation
    • Ongoing Pancreatitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K861: Other chronic pancreatitis

    What procedures does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Dorwart typically perform?

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

    • Implanted Pain Pump Management
    • Intrathecal Pump Reprogramming
    • Epidural Pump Refill
    • Pain Pump Evaluation
    • Drug Infusion Pump Management

    CPT Codes:

    • 62370: Electronic analysis of programmable, implanted pump for intrathecal or epidural drug infusion (includes evaluation of reservoir status, alarm status, drug prescription status); with reprogramming and refill (requiring skill of a physician or other qualified health care professional)

    Also known as:

    • Reprogramming of Implanted Pain Pump
    • Intrathecal pump reprogramming
    • Epidural pump adjustment
    • Pain pump electronic analysis
    • Implanted drug pump management

    CPT Codes:

    • 62368: Electronic analysis of programmable, implanted pump for intrathecal or epidural drug infusion (includes evaluation of reservoir status, alarm status, drug prescription status); with reprogramming

    Also known as:

    • Shunt Puncture for Fluid or Medicine
    • Shunt aspiration
    • Shunt injection
    • Reservoir tap
    • Ventricular shunt access

    CPT Codes:

    • 61070: Puncture of shunt tubing or reservoir for aspiration or injection procedure

    Also known as:

    • Implanted Pain Pump Check
    • Intrathecal pump analysis
    • Epidural pump evaluation
    • Drug pump status check

    CPT Codes:

    • 62367: Electronic analysis of programmable, implanted pump for intrathecal or epidural drug infusion (includes evaluation of reservoir status, alarm status, drug prescription status); without reprogramming or refill

    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 Catheter Placement for Long-Term Medication
    • Intrathecal Catheter Implantation
    • Epidural Catheter for Pain Pump
    • Spinal Drug Delivery System

    CPT Codes:

    • 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:

    • Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
    • Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
    • Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Paravertebral Facet Injection
    • Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)

    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

    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. Dorwart accept my insurance?

    Dr. Dorwart accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (317) 944-2891 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Dorwart accept in Indianapolis, IN?

    Dr. Dorwart in Indianapolis, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • SIHO Holding

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Dorwart's office located?

    Dr. Michael Dorwart's Primary Practice

    550 University Blvd # 2180

    Indianapolis, IN 46202

    (317) 944-2891

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    Dr. Michael Dorwart's Practice 2

    8805 N Meridian St Ste 200

    Indianapolis, IN 46260

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

    Dr. Dorwart's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225243892.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dorwart?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Dorwart's specialty?

    Dr. Dorwart is a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Indianapolis, IN.

    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. Michael Dorwart affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Dorwart is affiliated with Iu Health Methodist Hospital, Margaret Mary Health - Main Campus 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 Michael Dorwart accepting new patients in Indianapolis, IN?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Dorwart is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Dorwart offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Dorwart's office at (317) 944-2891 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Michael Dorwart?

    Please contact Dr. Dorwart's office at (317) 944-2891 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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