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Dr. Russell Stuermann, MD
Bossier City, LA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Stuermann, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Bossier City, LA?
Dr. Russell Stuermann, MD is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bossier City, LA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Stuermann is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Stuermann’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Stuermann’s office.
What languages does Dr. Stuermann speak?
Dr. Stuermann and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Stuermann typically treat?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Stuermann 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. Stuermann. 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
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Pain Relievers
- Chronic opioid therapy
- Ongoing narcotic pain medication
- Opioid analgesic use
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
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 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:
- 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
What procedures does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Stuermann typically perform?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Stuermann 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. Stuermann. 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:
- 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 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:
- 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:
- 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. Stuermann accept my insurance?
Dr. Stuermann accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Stuermann accept in Bossier City, LA?
Dr. Stuermann in Bossier City, LA 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 Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Stuermann's office located?
Dr. Russell Stuermann's Primary Practice
2449 Hospital Dr Ste 300
Bossier City, LA 71111
Dr. Russell Stuermann's Practice 2
1811 E Bert Kouns Industrial Loop Ste 300
Shreveport, LA 71105
What is Dr. Stuermann's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Stuermann's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306027438.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Stuermann?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Stuermann
What is Dr. Russell Stuermann's specialty?
Dr. Stuermann is a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Bossier City, LA.
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. Russell Stuermann affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Stuermann is affiliated with Christus Highland Medical Center, Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center - Longview, Christus St. Michael Health System, Christus Central Louisiana Surgical 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 an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Russell Stuermann accepting new patients in Bossier City, LA?
Yes, Dr. Russell Stuermann is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Russell Stuermann offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Stuermann's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Russell Stuermann?
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