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Who is Dr. Pitkanen, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Mountain Brk, AL?
Dr. Ron Pitkanen, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Mountain Brk, AL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Pitkanen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pitkanen’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pitkanen’s office at (205) 878-4368.
What languages does Dr. Pitkanen speak?
Dr. Pitkanen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Pitkanen treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Pitkanen 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. Pitkanen. 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.
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:
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Cervical Foraminal Stenosis (Bone and Subluxation)
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Narrowing of the Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Foraminal Stenosis
- Spinal Subluxation
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
- Neck Nerve Opening Narrowing (Bone & Misalignment)
- Cervical Foraminal Compression with Subluxation
- Neck Spinal Nerve Pinch (Bone & Dislocation)
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M9963: Osseous and subluxation stenosis of intervertebral foramina of lumbar region
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M9961: Osseous and subluxation stenosis of intervertebral foramina of cervical region
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
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:
- 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 and Tailbone Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Lumbosacral Region with Radiculopathy
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
- Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
- Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5117: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
- M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
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:
- Abnormal Blood Sugar
- Blood Glucose
- High blood glucose
- Low blood glucose
- Glucose intolerance
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7309: Other abnormal glucose
Also known as:
- Neck Disc Degeneration
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Neck
- Worn Neck Discs
- Cervical Spondylosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5030: Other cervical disc degeneration, unspecified cervical 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:
- Neck Disc Displacement
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Disc in Neck
- Herniated Disc in Neck
- Cervical Disc Protrusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5020: Other cervical disc displacement, unspecified cervical region
Also known as:
- Spinal Enthesopathy of the Sacrum and Tailbone
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- sacral enthesopathy
- tailbone enthesopathy
- sacrococcygeal ligament inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4608: Spinal enthesopathy, sacral and sacrococcygeal region
Also known as:
- Fusion of Neck Spine
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Fused Neck Vertebrae
- Cervical Spine Fusion
- Neck Ankylosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4322: Fusion of spine, cervical region
Which procedures does Dr. Pitkanen perform as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ron Pitkanen may include:
- Anti-Pain Stimulator Implantation
- Discogram
- Electromyograph (EMG)
- Epidural Injection
- Nerve Block
- Ozone Prolotherapy
- Pain Management Consultation
- Pain Medicine Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Pitkanen's office.
Does Dr. Pitkanen accept my insurance?
Dr. Pitkanen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 878-4368 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pitkanen accept in Mountain Brk, AL?
Dr. Pitkanen in Mountain Brk, AL 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 and Blue Shield of Alabama
Christian Healthcare Ministries
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Molina
Physicians Mutual Insurance Company
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Pitkanen's office located?
Dr. Ron Pitkanen's Primary Practice
2700 Highway 280 S Ste 212
Mountain Brk, AL 35223
(205) 878-4368
Dr. Ron Pitkanen's Practice 2
800 Saint Vincents Dr Ste 710
Birmingham, AL 35205
(205) 879-8294
What is Dr. Pitkanen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pitkanen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457677015.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pitkanen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pitkanen
What is Dr. Ron Pitkanen's specialty?
Dr. Pitkanen is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Mountain Brk, AL. 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. Contact Dr. Pitkanen to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ron Pitkanen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pitkanen is affiliated with Ascension St. Vincent’s Birmingham 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 Ron Pitkanen accepting new patients in Mountain Brk, AL?
Yes, Dr. Ron Pitkanen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ron Pitkanen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pitkanen's office at (205) 878-4368 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ron Pitkanen?
Please contact Dr. Pitkanen's office at (205) 878-4368 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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