Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Czerwein, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Providence, RI?
Dr. John Czerwein, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Providence, RI with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Czerwein graduated from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine and completed his residency at Montefiore Medical Center. Dr. Czerwein is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Czerwein’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Czerwein’s office at (401) 351-6200.
Where did Dr. Czerwein go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Montefiore Medical Center | Montefiore Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine (Montefiore) Program
Medical School: Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine | Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science
Is Dr. Czerwein board certified as an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. John Czerwein, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Czerwein speak?
Dr. Czerwein and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Czerwein typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Czerwein 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. Czerwein. 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 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:
- 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 Nerve Root Pain
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
- Sciatica
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Czerwein typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Czerwein 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. Czerwein. 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:
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
- 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
- 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
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:
- Lumbar Spine Decompression Surgery
- Laminectomy
- Facetectomy
- Foraminotomy
- Spinal Stenosis Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 63047: Laminectomy, facetectomy and foraminotomy (unilateral or bilateral with decompression of spinal cord, cauda equina and/or nerve root[s], [eg, spinal or lateral recess stenosis]), single vertebral segment; lumbar
Also known as:
- Lumbar Spinal Fusion (Posterior Approach)
- Posterior Lumbar Arthrodesis
- Lower Back Fusion Surgery
- Spine Fusion (Lumbar)
CPT Codes:
- 22612: Arthrodesis, posterior or posterolateral technique, single interspace; lumbar (with lateral transverse technique, when performed)
Also known as:
- Spine Allograft Placement
- Spinal Bone Graft
- Osteopromotive Material Spine
- Donor Bone Graft Spine
- Spine Fusion Material
CPT Codes:
- 20930: Allograft, morselized, or placement of osteopromotive material, for spine surgery only (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Czerwein accept my insurance?
Dr. Czerwein accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (401) 351-6200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Czerwein accept in Providence, RI?
Dr. Czerwein in Providence, RI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Allied Benefit Systems
Aware Integrated
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Neighborhood Health Plan of Rhode Island
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Czerwein's office located?
Dr. John Czerwein's Primary Practice
2 Dudley St Ste 200
Providence, RI 02905
(401) 351-6200
What is Dr. Czerwein's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Czerwein's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972784452.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Czerwein?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Czerwein
What is Dr. John Czerwein's specialty?
Dr. Czerwein is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Providence, RI.
What does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon do?
Orthopaedic surgeons specializing in the spine, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, focus on the evaluation and treatment for both nonoperative and operative of a wide range of primary spinal disorders. These include trauma, degenerative conditions, deformities, tumors, and reconstructive issues related to the spine.
Is this Dr. John Czerwein affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Czerwein is affiliated with Rhode Island Hospital, The Miriam 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 John Czerwein accepting new patients in Providence, RI?
Yes, Dr. John Czerwein is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Czerwein offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Czerwein's office at (401) 351-6200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Czerwein?
Please contact Dr. Czerwein's office at (401) 351-6200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Czerwein have?
Dr. John Czerwein is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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