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Who is Dr. Carnel, Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Charles Carnel, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Carnel is fluent in English, Italian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Carnel’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carnel’s office at (205) 939-3699.
What languages does Dr. Carnel speak?
Dr. Carnel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Italian
Spanish
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist like Dr. Carnel typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Carnel 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. Carnel. 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:
- 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:
- Neck Spinal Degeneration with Pinched Nerve
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Cervical Degenerative Radiculopathy
- Neck Spondylosis with Radiculopathy
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4722: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, cervical 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:
- 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
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist like Dr. Carnel typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Carnel 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. Carnel. 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
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management 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
- 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
- 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:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
- Spinal Nerve Block Injection
- Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance
- Cervical Epidural Injection
- Thoracic Epidural Injection
- Nerve Root Block
CPT Codes:
- 64484: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, each additional level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 64479: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic, single level
Also known as:
- Cervical or Thoracic Transforaminal Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Transforaminal epidural steroid injection (TFESI)
- Cervical nerve root block
- Thoracic nerve block with fluoroscopy
CPT Codes:
- 64480: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic, each additional level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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. Carnel accept my insurance?
Dr. Carnel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 939-3699 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Carnel accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Carnel in Birmingham, AL 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 Alabama
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Other TPA
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Carnel's office located?
Dr. Charles Carnel's Primary Practice
805 Saint Vincents Dr Ste 100
Birmingham, AL 35205
(205) 939-3699
What hospitals are Dr. Carnel affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Carnel has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Uab Hospital,Birmingham, AL
Ranked Urologic Surgery
Ranked in 9 Procedures
Uab Hospital,Birmingham, AL
Ranked Urologic Surgery
Ranked in 9 Procedures
Childrens Of Alabama,Birmingham, AL
Childrens Of Alabama,Birmingham, AL
Ascension St. Vincents East,Birmingham, AL
Ascension St. Vincents East,Birmingham, AL
Ascension St. Vincents Blount,Oneonta, AL
Ascension St. Vincents Blount,Oneonta, AL
What is Dr. Carnel's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Carnel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023228624.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Carnel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Carnel
What is Dr. Charles Carnel's specialty?
Dr. Carnel is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist near Birmingham, AL.
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 Dr. Charles Carnel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Carnel is affiliated with Uab Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Dr. Charles Carnel accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Charles Carnel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Charles Carnel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Carnel's office at (205) 939-3699 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Charles Carnel?
Please contact Dr. Carnel's office at (205) 939-3699 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Carnel's office located?
Dr. Carnel's offices are located in Birmingham, AL, Hoover, AL, and Vestavia Hills, AL.
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