34 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Obah, Anesthesiologist in Kaysville, UT?
Dr. Christian Obah, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Kaysville, UT. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Obah completed his residency at Mount Sinai Hospital SOM, North General Hospital, NY. He is a member of the American Board of Medical Subspecialties, Pain Medicine, American Academy of Pain Medicine, American Academy of Pain Management, American Society of Regional Anesthesiology, Utah Medical Association, and Assistant Professor for Pain Management at the University of Utah. Dr. Obah is fluent in English and Hausa, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Obah’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Obah’s office at (801) 546-1300.
Where did Dr. Obah go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Utah
Residency: Mount Sinai Hospital SOM, North General Hospital, NY
Medical School: Ahmadu Bello University Teaching Hospital in Nigeria
Is Dr. Obah board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Christian Obah, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
What languages does Dr. Obah speak?
Dr. Obah and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hausa
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Obah typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Obah 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. Obah. 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:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
- G8929: Other chronic pain
Also known as:
- Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
- Back Pain
- SI Joint Inflammation
- Sacroiliac Dysfunction
- Inflamed SI Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Neck Spondylosis
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
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:
- 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:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Obah typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Obah 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. Obah. 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:
- Sacroiliac Joint Injection
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
- Multiple Trigger Point Injections
- 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
- Trigger Point Release Injections
- Muscle Pain Injections
- Myofascial Pain Injections
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)
- 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles
Also known as:
- Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
- Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
- Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
- Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Knee Injection with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
Also known as:
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
CPT Codes:
- 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:
- Nerve Ablation for Neck or Upper Back Pain
- Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
- Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Neck
- Cervical Facet Denervation
- Thoracic Facet Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64633: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); cervical or thoracic, single facet joint
Also known as:
- Facet Joint Nerve Ablation (Neck/Mid-Back)
- Radiofrequency Ablation Facet Joint
- Cervical Facet Nerve Destruction
- Thoracic Facet Nerve Block
- Spine Nerve Ablation
CPT Codes:
- 64634: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); cervical or thoracic, each additional facet joint (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Obah accept my insurance?
Dr. Obah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (801) 546-1300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Obah accept in Kaysville, UT?
Dr. Obah in Kaysville, UT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Intermountain Health
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Utah
UnitedHealth Group
University of Utah
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Where is Dr. Obah's office located?
Dr. Christian Obah's Primary Practice
275 W 200 N Ste 7
Kaysville, UT 84037
(801) 546-1300
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 15 reviews
Office Experience
95% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
98% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Appointment Booking
94% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Diagnosis
100% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition
Patients give Dr. Christian Obah an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Obah has been rated and reviewed by 15 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Obah, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
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Memberships & Associations
American Board of Medical Subspecialties, Pain Medicine
Board Certified
American Academy of Pain Medicine
Professional Member
American Academy of Pain Management
Professional Member
American Society of Regional Anesthesiology
Professional Member
Utah Medical Association
Professional Member
Assistant Professor for Pain Management at the University of Utah
Professional Member
What is Dr. Obah's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Obah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912959008.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Obah?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Obah
What is Dr. Christian Obah's specialty?
Dr. Obah is a Anesthesiologist near Kaysville, UT.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Christian Obah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Obah is affiliated with Commonspirit - Holy Cross Hospital - Davis, Ogden Regional Medical Center 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 Christian Obah accepting new patients in Kaysville, UT?
Yes, Dr. Christian Obah is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christian Obah offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Obah's office at (801) 546-1300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christian Obah?
Please contact Dr. Obah's office at (801) 546-1300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christian Obah have?
Dr. Christian Obah is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
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