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21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Carruthers, Physiatrist in Cincinnati, OH?
Dr. Donald Carruthers, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Cincinnati, OH with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 21 years. Dr. Carruthers is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Carruthers’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carruthers’s office at (513) 221-1100.
Where did Dr. Carruthers go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Ross University School Of Medicine, Roseau, Commonwealth Of Dominica, West Indies
What languages does Dr. Carruthers speak?
Dr. Carruthers and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Carruthers typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Carruthers 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. Carruthers. 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
- 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 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:
- Tailbone Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Coccyx Disorder
- Sacrococcygeal Pain
- Tailbone Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M533: Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Carruthers typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Carruthers 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. Carruthers. 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
- 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:
- Spinal Nerve Block Injection
- Sacroiliac Joint Injection
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
- Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Cervical Epidural Injection
- Thoracic Epidural Injection
- Nerve Root Block
- SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac steroid injection
- Image-guided SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac joint block
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64479: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic, single level
- 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)
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)
Does Dr. Carruthers accept my insurance?
Dr. Carruthers accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (513) 221-1100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Carruthers accept in Cincinnati, OH?
Dr. Carruthers in Cincinnati, OH 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)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medical Mutual of Ohio
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Carruthers' office located?
Dr. Donald Carruthers' Primary Practice
3825 Edwards Rd Ste 300
Cincinnati, OH 45209
(513) 221-1100
What is Dr. Carruthers's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Carruthers's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396799946.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Carruthers?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Carruthers
What is Dr. Donald Carruthers's specialty?
Dr. Carruthers is a Physiatrist near Cincinnati, OH.
What does a Physiatrist do?
Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.
Is this Dr. Donald Carruthers affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Carruthers is affiliated with Good Samaritan Hospital - Cincinnati, Uc Medical Center, Margaret Mary Health - Main Campus, The Christ 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 Donald Carruthers accepting new patients in Cincinnati, OH?
Yes, Dr. Donald Carruthers is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Donald Carruthers offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Carruthers's office at (513) 221-1100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Donald Carruthers?
Please contact Dr. Carruthers's office at (513) 221-1100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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