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Who is Dr. Kangas, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Memphis, TN?
Dr. Matthew Kangas, MD is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Memphis, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Kangas completed his residency at University of Michigan Health System. Dr. Kangas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kangas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kangas’s office at (901) 260-6161.
Where did Dr. Kangas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Michigan Health System
Residency: University of Michigan Health System
Medical School: Michigan State Univeristy | University of Detriot Mercy
Is Dr. Kangas board certified as an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Matthew Kangas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology since 2016
What languages does Dr. Kangas speak?
Dr. Kangas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kangas typically treat?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kangas 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. Kangas. 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:
- 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:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
- Pain Relievers
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
- Chronic opioid therapy
- Ongoing narcotic pain medication
- Opioid analgesic use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
- Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic
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:
- 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 Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kangas typically perform?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kangas 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. Kangas. 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:
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- 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
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
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
- 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)
- 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:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Kangas accept my insurance?
Dr. Kangas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (901) 260-6161 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kangas accept in Memphis, TN?
Dr. Kangas in Memphis, TN 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 Mississippi
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kangas' office located?
Dr. Matthew Kangas' Primary Practice
55 Humphreys Center Dr Ste 200
Memphis, TN 38120
(901) 260-6161
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 15 reviews
Office Experience
99% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
98% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
75% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
98% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Matthew Kangas an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Kangas has been rated and reviewed by 15 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Kangas, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Kangas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kangas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750674222.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kangas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kangas
What is Dr. Matthew Kangas's specialty?
Dr. Kangas is a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Memphis, TN.
What does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist do?
Interventional pain medicine focuses on diagnosing and treating pain and related disorders using interventional techniques. It is primarily aimed at managing subacute, chronic, persistent, and intractable pain, either as a standalone treatment or in combination with other therapeutic approaches.
Is this Dr. Matthew Kangas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kangas is affiliated with Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis, West Tennessee Healthcare Jackson-Madison County General Hospital, Methodist Olive Branch Hospital, Methodist University Hospital, Doctors Hospital, Piedmont Augusta 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
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Is Matthew Kangas accepting new patients in Memphis, TN?
Yes, Dr. Matthew Kangas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Matthew Kangas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kangas's office at (901) 260-6161 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Matthew Kangas?
Please contact Dr. Kangas's office at (901) 260-6161 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Matthew Kangas have?
Dr. Matthew Kangas is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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