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Dr. Christopher Martin, MD

Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Physiatrist

Tulsa, OK

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Martin, Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist in Tulsa, OK?

    Dr. Christopher Martin, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Tulsa, OK. He is board certified. Dr. Martin is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Martin’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Martin’s office at (918) 236-4580.

    Where did Dr. Martin go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Louisiana State University Health Shreveport / School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Martin board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Martin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

    What languages does Dr. Martin speak?

    Dr. Martin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist like Dr. Martin typically treat?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Martin 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. Martin. 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
    • 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 Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
    • Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Chronic Low Back Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5459: Other low back pain

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
    • Worn Lumbar Discs
    • Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region

    What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist like Dr. Martin typically perform?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Martin 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. Martin. 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
    • Epidural Steroid Injection
    • Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
    • TFESI (Lumbar)
    • Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
    • Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
    • Cervical Epidural Injection
    • Thoracic Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Pain Relief Spinal Injection
    • 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
    • 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:

    • 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:

    • 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 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:

    • Peripheral Nerve Block
    • Nerve injection
    • Pain relief injection
    • Steroid injection for nerve pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch

    Also known as:

    • Tendon or Ligament Pain Injection
    • Tendon Injection
    • Ligament Injection
    • Soft Tissue Injection
    • Pain Relief Injection (Tendon/Ligament)

    CPT Codes:

    • 20551: Injection(s); single tendon origin/insertion

    Does Dr. Martin accept my insurance?

    Dr. Martin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (918) 236-4580 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Martin accept in Tulsa, OK?

    Dr. Martin in Tulsa, OK 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)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • QuikTrip Corporation

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Martin's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Martin's Primary Practice

    4802 S 109th East Ave

    Tulsa, OK 74146

    (918) 236-4580

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    What is Dr. Martin's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Martin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376727289.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Martin?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Martin

    What is Dr. Christopher Martin's specialty?

    Dr. Martin is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist near Tulsa, OK.

    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 patient’s needs.

    Is Dr. Christopher Martin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Martin is affiliated with Ascension St. John Medical Center, Saint Francis Hospital - Tulsa, Ascension St. John Broken Arrow, Hillcrest Hospital South 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 Dr. Christopher Martin accepting new patients in Tulsa, OK?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Martin is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christopher Martin offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Martin's office at (918) 236-4580 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Christopher Martin?

    Please contact Dr. Martin's office at (918) 236-4580 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Martin's office located?

    Dr. Martin's office is located in Tulsa, OK.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Martin have?

    Dr. Christopher Martin is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.