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Dr. Craig Flinders, MD
Lewiston, ID
29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Flinders, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Lewiston, ID?
Dr. Craig Flinders, MD is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lewiston, ID with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 29 years. Dr. Flinders is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Flinders’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Flinders’s office at (208) 743-9712.
What languages does Dr. Flinders speak?
Dr. Flinders and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Flinders typically treat?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Flinders 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. Flinders. 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:
- 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:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
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:
- Lower Back Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylotic Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Arthritis with Nerve Pain
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4726: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbar region
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
What procedures does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Flinders typically perform?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Flinders 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. Flinders. 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
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
- 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)
- 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:
- Spinal Cord Stimulator Implant
- Epidural neurostimulator placement
- Percutaneous spinal stimulator
- SCS implant
CPT Codes:
- 63650: Percutaneous implantation of neurostimulator electrode array, epidural
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:
- Trigger Point Injection
- Muscle Pain Injection
- Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
- Trigger Point Release Injection
CPT Codes:
- 20552: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 1 or 2 muscle(s)
Also known as:
- Sacroiliac Joint Injection
- SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac steroid injection
- Image-guided SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac joint block
CPT Codes:
- 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
Does Dr. Flinders accept my insurance?
Dr. Flinders accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (208) 743-9712 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Flinders accept in Lewiston, ID?
Dr. Flinders in Lewiston, ID accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross of Idaho Health Service
Cambia Health Solutions
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Idaho
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Flinders' office located?
Ratings & Reviews
1.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Office Experience
80% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
30% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Appointment Booking
80% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Diagnosis
40% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition
Patients give Dr. Craig Flinders a Poor overall experience rating of 1 out of 5 stars. Dr. Flinders has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Flinders, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Flinders's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Flinders's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760403893.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Flinders?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Flinders
What is Dr. Craig Flinders's specialty?
Dr. Flinders is a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Lewiston, ID.
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. Craig Flinders affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Flinders is affiliated with St. Luke's Boise Medical Center, St. Joseph Regional 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 Craig Flinders accepting new patients in Lewiston, ID?
Yes, Dr. Craig Flinders is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Craig Flinders offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Flinders's office at (208) 743-9712 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Craig Flinders?
Please contact Dr. Flinders's office at (208) 743-9712 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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