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Dr. Alexander Movshis, MD

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Movshis, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Alexander Movshis, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Movshis is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Movshis’s office at (646) 290-6660.

    What languages does Dr. Movshis speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Movshis typically treat?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Movshis 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. Movshis. 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:

    • Head and Neck Muscle Pain
    • Muscle Pain
    • Jaw Muscle Pain
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Neck Muscle Ache
    • Head Muscle Soreness
    • Cervical Myalgia
    • Myalgia
    • Muscle Ache
    • Muscle Soreness
    • Mastication Muscle Pain
    • TMJ Pain
    • Jaw Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7912: Myalgia of auxiliary muscles, head and neck
    • M7918: Myalgia, other site
    • M7911: Myalgia of mastication muscle

    Also known as:

    • Spasmodic Torticollis
    • Dystonia
    • Cervical Dystonia
    • Wry Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G243: Spasmodic torticollis

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Migraine without Aura
    • Migraine
    • Common Migraine
    • Migraine without warning signs
    • Everyday Migraine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G43719: Chronic migraine without aura, intractable, without status migrainosus

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Movshis typically perform?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Movshis 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. Movshis. 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:

    • Botox Injection for Neck Muscle Spasms
    • Chemodenervation of neck muscles
    • Botulinum toxin injection for cervical dystonia
    • Neck spasm injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64616: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); neck muscle(s), excluding muscles of the larynx, unilateral (eg, for cervical dystonia, spasmodic torticollis)

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Trigger Point Injections
    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Trigger Point Release Injections
    • Muscle Pain Injections
    • Myofascial Pain Injections
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles
    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Botox Injections for Chronic Migraine
    • Chemodenervation for Migraine
    • Botulinum Toxin Injection for Migraine
    • Facial Nerve Block
    • Trigeminal Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64615: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial, trigeminal, cervical spinal and accessory nerves, bilateral (eg, for chronic migraine)

    Also known as:

    • Trigger Point Injection
    • Muscle Pain Injection
    • Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
    • Trigger Point Release Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 20552: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 1 or 2 muscle(s)

    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

    Does Dr. Movshis accept my insurance?

    Dr. Movshis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (646) 290-6660 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Movshis accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Movshis in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Movshis' office located?

    Dr. Alexander Movshis' Primary Practice

    369 Lexington Ave Fl 25

    New York, NY 10017

    (646) 290-6660

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    Dr. Alexander Movshis' Practice 2

    3201 Kings Hwy

    Brooklyn, NY 11234

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    Dr. Alexander Movshis' Practice 3

    7901 Broadway Rm A1-19

    Elmhurst, NY 11373

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

    Dr. Movshis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942741160.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Movshis?

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

    What is Dr. Alexander Movshis's specialty?

    Dr. Movshis is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near New York, NY.

    What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist do?

    In both hospital and outpatient settings, an anesthesiologist offers patients with acute, chronic, and/or cancer pain a high standard of care by serving as their primary care physician or consultant. Moreover, the anesthesiologist collaborates with other specialists to coordinate the needs of patient care.

    Is this Dr. Alexander Movshis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Movshis is affiliated with Nyu Langone Hospital - Long Island 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

    When to see a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Alexander Movshis accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Alexander Movshis is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alexander Movshis offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Movshis's office at (646) 290-6660 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Alexander Movshis?

    Please contact Dr. Movshis's office at (646) 290-6660 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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