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Dr. Samer Abdel-Aziz, MD

Anesthesiologist

Minneapolis, MN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Abdel-Aziz, Anesthesiologist in Minneapolis, MN?

    Dr. Samer Abdel-Aziz, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Minneapolis, MN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Abdel-Aziz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abdel-Aziz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abdel-Aziz’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Abdel-Aziz speak?

    Dr. Abdel-Aziz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Abdel-Aziz typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Abdel-Aziz 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. Abdel-Aziz. 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
    • 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 and Tailbone Spinal Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbosacral Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47817: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    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 an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Abdel-Aziz typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Abdel-Aziz 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. Abdel-Aziz. 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:

    • Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
    • Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
    • 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
    • Epidural Steroid Injection
    • Caudal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Pain Management Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 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
    • 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:

    • 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. Abdel-Aziz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Abdel-Aziz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Abdel-Aziz accept in Minneapolis, MN?

    Dr. Abdel-Aziz in Minneapolis, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota

    • Federal government of the United States

    • HealthPartners

    • Medicare

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • State of Minnesota

    • UCare Minnesota

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Abdel-Aziz's office located?

    Dr. Samer Abdel-Aziz's Primary Practice

    500 Harvard St SE

    Minneapolis, MN 55455

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    Dr. Samer Abdel-Aziz's Practice 2

    210 9th St SE

    Rochester, MN 55904

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    Dr. Samer Abdel-Aziz's Practice 3

    5067 55th St NW

    Rochester, MN 55901

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

    Dr. Abdel-Aziz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851682629.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abdel-Aziz?

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

    What is Dr. Samer Abdel-Aziz's specialty?

    Dr. Abdel-Aziz is an Anesthesiologist near Minneapolis, MN.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Samer Abdel-Aziz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Abdel-Aziz is affiliated with Olmsted Medical Center, M Health Fairview St. John's Hospital, Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital, Corewell Health Greenville Hospital, University Of Michigan Health - West 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 Dr. Samer Abdel-Aziz accepting new patients in Minneapolis, MN?

    Yes, Dr. Samer Abdel-Aziz is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Samer Abdel-Aziz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Abdel-Aziz's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Samer Abdel-Aziz?

    Please contact Dr. Abdel-Aziz's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Abdel-Aziz's office located?

    Dr. Abdel-Aziz's offices are located in Minneapolis, MN and Rochester, MN.