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Who is Dr. Bruns, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Cincinnati, OH?
Dr. James Bruns, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Cincinnati, OH with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Bruns graduated from University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine. Dr. Bruns is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bruns’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bruns’s office at (513) 246-7000.
Where did Dr. Bruns go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Cincinnati / Main Campus | University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine
Is Dr. Bruns board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. James Bruns, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Bruns speak?
Dr. Bruns and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Bruns typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Bruns 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. Bruns. 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:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
Also known as:
- Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
- Sciatica
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral 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:
- Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lower Back and Tailbone Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbosacral Spondylotic Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Arthritis with Sciatica
- Pinched Nerve in Lumbosacral Spine
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4727: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Bruns typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Bruns 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. Bruns. 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 or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
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)
- 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
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
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. Bruns accept my insurance?
Dr. Bruns accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (513) 246-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bruns accept in Cincinnati, OH?
Dr. Bruns in Cincinnati, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Independent Health Association
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Bruns' office located?
Dr. James Bruns' Primary Practice
6909 Good Samaritan Dr Ste A
Cincinnati, OH 45247
(513) 246-7000
What is Dr. Bruns's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bruns's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942411236.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bruns?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bruns
What is Dr. James Bruns's specialty?
Dr. Bruns is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Cincinnati, OH.
What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist do?
In both hospital and outpatient settings, an anesthesiologist offers patients with acute, chronic, and/or cancer pain a high standard of care by serving as their primary care physician or consultant. Moreover, the anesthesiologist collaborates with other specialists to coordinate the needs of patient care.
Is this Dr. James Bruns affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bruns is affiliated with Bethesda North Hospital, Good Samaritan Hospital - Cincinnati, 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 a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is James Bruns accepting new patients in Cincinnati, OH?
Yes, Dr. James Bruns is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Bruns offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bruns's office at (513) 246-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Bruns?
Please contact Dr. Bruns's office at (513) 246-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Bruns have?
Dr. James Bruns is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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