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21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Galapo, Specialist in Meadowbrook, PA?
Dr. Simon Galapo, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Meadowbrook, PA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Galapo graduated from State University of New York Upstate Medical University and completed his residency at University of Pennsylvania Health System Program. Dr. Galapo is fluent in English and Hebrew, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Galapo’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Galapo’s office at (215) 938-1999.
Where did Dr. Galapo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Pennsylvania Health System Program
Medical School: State University of New York Downstate College of Medicine | State University of New York Upstate Medical University
Is Dr. Galapo board certified as a Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Simon Galapo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Galapo speak?
Dr. Galapo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hebrew
What conditions does Dr. Galapo treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Galapo 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. Galapo. 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.
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Lower Back and Tailbone 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
- Herniated Disc in Lumbosacral Region with Radiculopathy
- Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5117: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbosacral 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:
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Back Pain
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
- M5416: 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 Dr. Galapo perform?
As a Specialist, Dr. Galapo 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. Galapo. 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.
Also known as:
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- 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)
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
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
- 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)
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:
- 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)
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)
Also known as:
- Cervical or Thoracic Transforaminal Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Transforaminal epidural steroid injection (TFESI)
- Cervical nerve root block
- Thoracic nerve block with fluoroscopy
CPT Codes:
- 64480: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic, each additional level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Knee Nerve Pain Injection
- Trigeminal Nerve Block
- Genicular Nerve Block
- Knee Pain Steroid Injection
- Knee Nerve Anesthetic Injection
- Trigeminal Nerve Injection
- Facial Nerve Block
- Ophthalmic Nerve Block
- Maxillary Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64454: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; genicular nerve branches, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64400: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; trigeminal nerve, each branch (ie, ophthalmic, maxillary, mandibular)
Also known as:
- Genicular Nerve Block for Knee Pain
- Intercostal Nerve Block (Additional Level)
- Knee Nerve Ablation
- Genicular Nerve Neurolysis
- Nerve Destruction for Knee Pain
- Rib Nerve Block
- Chest Wall Nerve Injection
- Intercostal Pain Injection
- Thoracic Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64624: Destruction by neurolytic agent, genicular nerve branches including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64421: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; intercostal nerve, each additional level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
- Guided Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
- Spinal Nerve Block Injection
- Sacroiliac Joint Injection
- Intercostal Nerve Block
- Multiple Trigger Point Injections
- Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance
- Paravertebral Facet Joint Injection
- Cervical Facet Injection
- Thoracic Facet Injection
- Zygapophyseal Joint Injection
- Cervical Epidural Injection
- Thoracic Epidural Injection
- Nerve Root Block
- SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac steroid injection
- Image-guided SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac joint block
- Rib nerve injection
- Chest wall nerve block
- Intercostal pain injection
- Trigger Point Release Injections
- Muscle Pain Injections
- Myofascial Pain Injections
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)
- 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
- 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
- 64420: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; intercostal nerve, single level
- 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
- Arthrocentesis
- Joint Fluid Removal
- Bursa Injection
CPT Codes:
- 20605: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Galapo accept my insurance?
Dr. Galapo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 938-1999 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Galapo accept in Meadowbrook, PA?
Dr. Galapo in Meadowbrook, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Highmark Inc.
Independence Blue Cross
Independent Health
Medicare
Other TPA
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Galapo's office located?
Dr. Simon Galapo's Primary Practice
1650 Huntingdon Pike Ste 357
Meadowbrook, PA 19046
(215) 938-1999
What is Dr. Galapo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Galapo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427003391.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Galapo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Galapo
What is Dr. Simon Galapo's specialty?
Dr. Galapo is a Specialist near Meadowbrook, PA. Contact Dr. Galapo to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Simon Galapo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Galapo is affiliated with Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital, Jefferson Abington Hospital, Redeemer Health, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Rothman Orthopaedic Specialty Hospital, Pottstown 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 Simon Galapo accepting new patients in Meadowbrook, PA?
Yes, Dr. Simon Galapo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Simon Galapo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Galapo's office at (215) 938-1999 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Simon Galapo?
Please contact Dr. Galapo's office at (215) 938-1999 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Simon Galapo have?
Dr. Simon Galapo is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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