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Who is Dr. Poudel, Physiatry Sports Medicine Specialist in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Manoj Poudel, MD is a Physiatry Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Poudel is fluent in English, Hindi, and Nepali, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Poudel’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Poudel’s office at (510) 342-5721.
What languages does Dr. Poudel speak?
Dr. Poudel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Nepali
What conditions does a Physiatry Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Poudel typically treat?
As a Physiatry Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Poudel 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. Poudel. 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:
- 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:
- 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
What procedures does a Physiatry Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Poudel typically perform?
As a Physiatry Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Poudel 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. Poudel. 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)
- 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)
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
Also known as:
- Lumbar/Sacral Facet Joint Nerve Destruction (Additional)
- Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
- Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Spine
- Lumbar Facet Denervation
- Facet joint block
- Zygapophyseal joint injection
- Lower back facet injection
- Sacral facet injection
CPT Codes:
- 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)
- 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:
- 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:
- Nerve Ablation for Neck or Upper Back Pain
- Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
- Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Neck
- Cervical Facet Denervation
- Thoracic Facet Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64633: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); cervical or thoracic, single facet joint
Does Dr. Poudel accept my insurance?
Dr. Poudel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 342-5721 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Poudel accept in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Poudel in Sacramento, CA 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 Shield of California
Centene Corporation
HealthRight Group
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Sutter Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Poudel's office located?
Dr. Manoj Poudel's Primary Practice
650 University Ave Ste 100
Sacramento, CA 95825
(510) 342-5721
What is Dr. Poudel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Poudel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881128197.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Poudel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Poudel
What is Dr. Manoj Poudel's specialty?
Dr. Poudel is a Physiatry Sports Medicine Specialist near Sacramento, CA.
What does a Physiatry Sports Medicine Specialist do?
A physician specializing in Sports Medicine is dedicated to the ongoing care that enhances health and fitness while preventing injury and illness. This specialist possesses extensive knowledge and experience in promoting wellness and preventing injuries through various fields of medicine, including exercise physiology, biomechanics, nutrition, psychology, physical rehabilitation, epidemiology, and injury assessment. The primary goal of a Sports Medicine specialist is to improve healthcare outcomes for individuals engaged in physical exercise.
Is this Dr. Manoj Poudel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Poudel is affiliated with The Johns Hopkins Hospital, Sutter Tracy Community 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
When to see a Physiatry Sports Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Manoj Poudel accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?
Yes, Dr. Manoj Poudel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Manoj Poudel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Poudel's office at (510) 342-5721 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Manoj Poudel?
Please contact Dr. Poudel's office at (510) 342-5721 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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