Dr. Benjamin Hooker, MD
Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist
,Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist
,Anesthesiologist
San Antonio, TX
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hooker, Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Benjamin Hooker, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Hooker completed his residency at University of Texas At Southwestern. Dr. Hooker is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hooker’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hooker’s office at (210) 598-5620.
Where did Dr. Hooker go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Texas At Southwestern
Medical School: University of Texas Medical School, Houston
Is Dr. Hooker board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Hooker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
What languages does Dr. Hooker speak?
Dr. Hooker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist like Dr. Hooker typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Hooker 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. Hooker. 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 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:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Chronic Low Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5459: Other low back pain
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist like Dr. Hooker typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Hooker 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. Hooker. 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
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
- 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)
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
- 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:
- Guided Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
- Paravertebral Facet Joint Injection
- Cervical Facet Injection
- Thoracic Facet Injection
- Zygapophyseal Joint Injection
CPT Codes:
- 64490: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic; single level
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:
- 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. Hooker accept my insurance?
Dr. Hooker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 598-5620 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hooker accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Hooker in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Bexar County Hospital District
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hooker's office located?
Dr. Benjamin Hooker's Primary Practice
3011 W Loop 1604 N
San Antonio, TX 78251
(210) 598-5620
What is Dr. Hooker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hooker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093911695.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hooker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hooker
What is Dr. Benjamin Hooker's specialty?
Dr. Hooker is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist near San Antonio, TX.
What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist do?
A physiatrist specializing in Pain Medicine evaluates and treats patients with acute or chronic pain, including pain associated with cancer, in both hospital and outpatient settings. They also collaborate with other specialists to coordinate comprehensive care tailored to the patients needs.
Is this Dr. Benjamin Hooker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hooker is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center - San Antonio, Shannon Medical Center, Doctors Hospital Of Laredo, Methodist Hospital - San Antonio 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 Benjamin Hooker accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Hooker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Hooker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hooker's office at (210) 598-5620 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Hooker?
Please contact Dr. Hooker's office at (210) 598-5620 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Benjamin Hooker have?
Dr. Benjamin Hooker is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
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