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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vilasuso, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Tamarac, FL?
Dr. Javier Vilasuso, MD is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Tamarac, FL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Vilasuso is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vilasuso’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vilasuso’s office at (561) 338-3274.
What languages does Dr. Vilasuso speak?
Dr. Vilasuso and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Vilasuso typically treat?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Vilasuso 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. Vilasuso. 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:
- Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
- Pain Relievers
- Chronic opioid therapy
- Ongoing narcotic pain medication
- Opioid analgesic use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic
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:
- 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 Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Vilasuso typically perform?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Vilasuso 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. Vilasuso. 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:
- Sacroiliac Joint Injection
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
- Guided Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
- SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac steroid injection
- Image-guided SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac joint block
- Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance
- Paravertebral Facet Joint Injection
- Cervical Facet Injection
- Thoracic Facet Injection
- Zygapophyseal Joint Injection
CPT Codes:
- 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
- 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)
- 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:
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
- 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
- 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
- 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:
- Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
- Cervical Facet Injection
- Thoracic Facet Injection
- Zygapophyseal Joint Injection
- Spinal Joint Injection
CPT Codes:
- 64491: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Vilasuso accept my insurance?
Dr. Vilasuso accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (561) 338-3274 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vilasuso accept in Tamarac, FL?
Dr. Vilasuso in Tamarac, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Doctors Healthcare Plans
Federal government of the United States
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Vilasuso's office located?
Dr. Javier Vilasuso's Primary Practice
7171 N University Dr Ste 300
Tamarac, FL 33321
(561) 338-3274
What is Dr. Vilasuso's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vilasuso's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124207154.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vilasuso?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vilasuso
What is Dr. Javier Vilasuso's specialty?
Dr. Vilasuso is a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Tamarac, FL.
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. Javier Vilasuso affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vilasuso is affiliated with Broward Health Coral Springs, Homestead Hospital, Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital, Hca Florida Kendall Hospital, Baptist Hospital Of Miami, West Kendall Baptist 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 Javier Vilasuso accepting new patients in Tamarac, FL?
Yes, Dr. Javier Vilasuso is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Javier Vilasuso offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vilasuso's office at (561) 338-3274 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Javier Vilasuso?
Please contact Dr. Vilasuso's office at (561) 338-3274 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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