29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ward, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Johnson City, TN?
Dr. Sameh Ward, MD is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Johnson City, TN with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Ward graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Pain Management; Mercy Hosp-Pittsburgh, Anesthesiology; Med Ctr Of Central Ga, General Surgery. Dr. Ward is fluent in English, Arabic, and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ward’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ward’s office at (423) 392-6690.
Where did Dr. Ward go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Pain Management; Mercy Hosp-Pittsburgh, Anesthesiology; Med Ctr Of Central Ga, General Surgery | Medical Center of Central Georgia Program
Medical School: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine | Ain Shams University Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Ward board certified as an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Sameh Ward, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Ward speak?
Dr. Ward and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
French
What conditions does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ward typically treat?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ward 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. Ward. 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:
- 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
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47896: Other spondylosis, lumbar region
What procedures does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ward typically perform?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ward 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. Ward. 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 or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management 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:
- 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)
- 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
- 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:
- Guided Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
- Paravertebral Facet Joint Injection
- Cervical Facet Injection
- Thoracic Facet Injection
- Zygapophyseal Joint Injection
- Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance
CPT Codes:
- 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
- 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 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. Ward accept my insurance?
Dr. Ward accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 392-6690 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ward accept in Johnson City, TN?
Dr. Ward in Johnson City, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ward's office located?
Dr. Sameh Ward's Primary Practice
101 Med Tech Pkwy Ste 200
Johnson City, TN 37604
(423) 392-6690
What is Dr. Ward's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ward's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215987938.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ward?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ward
What is Dr. Sameh Ward's specialty?
Dr. Ward is a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Johnson City, TN.
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. Sameh Ward affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ward is affiliated with Baptist Health Lexington which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Sameh Ward accepting new patients in Johnson City, TN?
Yes, Dr. Sameh Ward is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sameh Ward offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ward's office at (423) 392-6690 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sameh Ward?
Please contact Dr. Ward's office at (423) 392-6690 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sameh Ward have?
Dr. Sameh Ward is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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