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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Averbakh, Anesthesiologist in Minneapolis, MN?
Dr. Elena Averbakh, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Minneapolis, MN with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Averbakh is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Averbakh’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Averbakh’s office at (612) 273-4000.
What languages does Dr. Averbakh speak?
Dr. Averbakh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Averbakh typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Averbakh 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. Averbakh. 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:
- Muscle Pain
- Muscle Disorder
- Myalgia
- Muscle Ache
- Muscle Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7918: Myalgia, other site
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:
- 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:
- Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
- Back Pain
- SI Joint Inflammation
- Sacroiliac Dysfunction
- Inflamed SI Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Averbakh typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Averbakh 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. Averbakh. 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
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management 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)
- 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 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:
- Multiple Trigger Point Injections
- Sacroiliac Joint Injection
- Trigger Point Release Injections
- Muscle Pain Injections
- Myofascial Pain Injections
- SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac steroid injection
- Image-guided SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac joint block
CPT Codes:
- 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles
- 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
Does Dr. Averbakh accept my insurance?
Dr. Averbakh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (612) 273-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Averbakh accept in Minneapolis, MN?
Dr. Averbakh in Minneapolis, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
HealthPartners
Medica Group
Medicare
State of Minnesota
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Averbakh's office located?
Dr. Elena Averbakh's Primary Practice
2450 Riverside Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55454
(612) 273-4000
What is Dr. Averbakh's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Averbakh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720321409.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Averbakh?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Averbakh
What is Dr. Elena Averbakh's specialty?
Dr. Averbakh is a 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 this Dr. Elena Averbakh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Averbakh is affiliated with M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital, Fairview Ridges Hospital, M Health Fairview St. John's Hospital, Abbott Northwestern 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 Elena Averbakh accepting new patients in Minneapolis, MN?
Yes, Dr. Elena Averbakh is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elena Averbakh offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Averbakh's office at (612) 273-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elena Averbakh?
Please contact Dr. Averbakh's office at (612) 273-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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