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Dr. Ilana Etelzon, MD

Dr. Ilana Etelzon, MD

Physiatrist

Brooklyn, NY

6 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Etelzon, Physiatrist in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Ilana Etelzon, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 6 years and is board certified. Dr. Etelzon is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Etelzon’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Etelzon’s office at (718) 615-4100.

    Is Dr. Etelzon board certified as a Physiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. Ilana Etelzon, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation since 2020

    What languages does Dr. Etelzon speak?

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

    • English
    • Russian

    What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Etelzon typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Etelzon 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. Etelzon. 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
    • 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:

    • Neck Sprain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Cervical Ligament Sprain
    • Whiplash
    • Strained Neck Ligaments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S134XXA: Sprain of ligaments of cervical spine, initial encounter

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Etelzon typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Etelzon 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. Etelzon. 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
    • Epidural Steroid Injection
    • Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
    • Caudal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Pain Management Injection
    • Cervical Epidural Injection
    • Thoracic Epidural Injection
    • Pain Relief Spinal Injection
    • Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
    • Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Paravertebral Facet Injection
    • Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)

    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)
    • 62321: 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, cervical or thoracic; 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

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar Disc Decompression (Needle-Based)
    • Percutaneous disc decompression
    • Nucleus pulposus removal
    • Lumbar discography with decompression
    • Minimally invasive disc surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 62287: Decompression procedure, percutaneous, of nucleus pulposus of intervertebral disc, any method utilizing needle based technique to remove disc material under fluoroscopic imaging or other form of indirect visualization, with discography and/or epidural injection(s) at the treated level(s), when performed, single or multiple levels, lumbar

    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)

    Also known as:

    • Minimally Invasive Disc Pain Treatment (Single Level)
    • IDET procedure
    • Intradiscal electrothermal therapy
    • Percutaneous annuloplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 22526: Percutaneous intradiscal electrothermal annuloplasty, unilateral or bilateral including fluoroscopic guidance; single level

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Trigger Point Injections
    • Trigger Point Release Injections
    • Muscle Pain Injections
    • Myofascial Pain Injections

    CPT Codes:

    • 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles

    Also known as:

    • Trigger Point Injection
    • Muscle Pain Injection
    • Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
    • Trigger Point Release Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 20552: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 1 or 2 muscle(s)

    Also known as:

    • Additional Level Disc Heating Procedure (P.I.D.E.T.)
    • Percutaneous Intradiscal Electrothermal Annuloplasty
    • Disc Annuloplasty (Additional Level)
    • Spinal Disc Heating

    CPT Codes:

    • 22527: Percutaneous intradiscal electrothermal annuloplasty, unilateral or bilateral including fluoroscopic guidance; 1 or more additional levels (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Etelzon accept my insurance?

    Dr. Etelzon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 615-4100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Etelzon accept in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Etelzon in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • GEICO

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Liberty Mutual Insurance Company

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Etelzon's office located?

    Dr. Ilana Etelzon's Primary Practice

    35 W End Ave Ste 1

    Brooklyn, NY 11235

    (718) 615-4100

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    Dr. Ilana Etelzon's Practice 2

    626 Sheepshead Bay Rd Ste 520

    Brooklyn, NY 11224

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    What hospitals are Dr. Etelzon affiliated with?

    Dr. Etelzon has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Carewell Health Medical Center,East Orange, NJ

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

    Dr. Etelzon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730471814.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Etelzon?

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

    What is Dr. Ilana Etelzon's specialty?

    Dr. Etelzon is a Physiatrist near Brooklyn, NY.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

    Is Dr. Ilana Etelzon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Etelzon is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Carewell Health Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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. Ilana Etelzon accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Ilana Etelzon is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ilana Etelzon offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Etelzon's office at (718) 615-4100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ilana Etelzon?

    Please contact Dr. Etelzon's office at (718) 615-4100 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Etelzon's office located?

    Dr. Etelzon's office is located in Brooklyn, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ilana Etelzon have?

    Dr. Ilana Etelzon is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.