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Dr. Joseph Folz, DO

Owensboro, KY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Folz, Pain Medicine Specialist in Owensboro, KY?

    Dr. Joseph Folz, DO is a Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Owensboro, KY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Folz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Folz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Folz’s office at (812) 476-7111.

    What languages does Dr. Folz speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Folz typically treat?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Folz 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. Folz. 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:

    • 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 Spondylosis
    • Neck Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
    • Cervical Spondylosis
    • Neck Arthritis
    • Degenerative Neck Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
    • Back Pain
    • SI Joint Inflammation
    • Sacroiliac Dysfunction
    • Inflamed SI Joint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Folz typically perform?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Folz 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. Folz. 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:

    • 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 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

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
    • Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance

    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)

    Does Dr. Folz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Folz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (812) 476-7111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Folz accept in Owensboro, KY?

    Dr. Folz in Owensboro, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • State of Illinois

    • State of Indiana

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Folz's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Folz's Primary Practice

    2609 New Hartford Rd Ste 3

    Owensboro, KY 42303

    (812) 476-7111

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    Dr. Joseph Folz's Practice 2

    7145 E Virginia St Ste 5000

    Evansville, IN 47715

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    Dr. Joseph Folz's Practice 3

    700 Kimber Ln

    Evansville, IN 47715

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

    Dr. Folz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881013647.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Folz?

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

    What is Dr. Joseph Folz's specialty?

    Dr. Folz is a Pain Medicine Specialist near Owensboro, KY.

    What does a Pain Medicine Specialist do?

    Pain medicine is a primary medical specialty centered on a distinct body of knowledge and a defined clinical scope, grounded in science, research, and education. This type of medicine focuses on the study, prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of individuals experiencing pain. A comprehensive evaluation considers physical, psychological, cognitive, and socio-cultural factors contributing to pain. Treatment options include pharmacological, invasive, behavioral, cognitive, rehabilitative and complementary strategies, based on the patient's specific needs. Pain medicine physicians serves as primary care providers for the management of pain or can also act as consultants to other physicians, direct an interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary treatment team, conduct research, or advocate for the patient's pain care with public and private agencies. These physicians work in various settings, including offices, clinics, hospitals, universities, and governmental or public institutions.

    Is this Dr. Joseph Folz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Folz is affiliated with Good Samaritan Hospital - Vincennes, In, Memorial Hospital And Health Care Center, Deaconess Midtown Hospital, Daviess Community 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

    When to see a Pain Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a 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 Joseph Folz accepting new patients in Owensboro, KY?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Folz is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Folz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Folz's office at (812) 476-7111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joseph Folz?

    Please contact Dr. Folz's office at (812) 476-7111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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