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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Galica, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Mount Pleasant, SC?
Dr. Ryan Galica, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Mount Pleasant, SC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Galica is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Galica’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Galica’s office at (843) 652-8260.
What languages does Dr. Galica speak?
Dr. Galica and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Galica typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Galica 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. Galica. 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 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 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:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Galica typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Galica 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. Galica. 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 Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
- 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
CPT Codes:
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
- 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)
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:
- 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)
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. Galica accept my insurance?
Dr. Galica accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 652-8260 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Galica accept in Mount Pleasant, SC?
Dr. Galica in Mount Pleasant, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Medicare
Selman and company
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Where is Dr. Galica's office located?
Dr. Ryan Galica's Primary Practice
3510 N Highway 17 Ste 325
Mount Pleasant, SC 29466
(843) 652-8260
What is Dr. Galica's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Galica's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275891749.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Galica?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Galica
What is Dr. Ryan Galica's specialty?
Dr. Galica is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Mount Pleasant, SC.
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. Ryan Galica affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Galica is affiliated with Roper St. Francis Mount Pleasant Hospital, Musc Health University Medical Center, Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital, Roper St. Francis Berkeley Hospital, Roper 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 Ryan Galica accepting new patients in Mount Pleasant, SC?
Yes, Dr. Ryan Galica is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ryan Galica offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Galica's office at (843) 652-8260 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ryan Galica?
Please contact Dr. Galica's office at (843) 652-8260 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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