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Dr. Gaurav Kapur, MD
Norwich, CT
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kapur, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Norwich, CT?
Dr. Gaurav Kapur, MD is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Norwich, CT with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Kapur graduated from Gandi Medical College, University Of Health Sciences and completed his residency at Strong Mem Hsp U Rochester, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Lemuel Shattuck Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Kapur is fluent in English and Panjabi; Punjabi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kapur’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kapur’s office at (860) 889-8331.
Where did Dr. Kapur go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Strong Mem Hsp U Rochester, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Lemuel Shattuck Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Lemuel Shattuck Hospital
Medical School: Indira Gandhi Med Coll, Himachal Pradesh University, Shimla, India | Gandi Medical College, University Of Health Sciences | Gandi Medical College, University Of Health Sciences
Is Dr. Kapur board certified as an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Gaurav Kapur, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
What languages does Dr. Kapur speak?
Dr. Kapur and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Panjabi; Punjabi
What conditions does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kapur typically treat?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kapur 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. Kapur. 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:
- 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:
- 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
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:
- Tailbone Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Coccyx Disorder
- Sacrococcygeal Pain
- Tailbone Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M533: Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified
What procedures does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kapur typically perform?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kapur 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. Kapur. 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 Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
- Cervical Epidural Injection
- Thoracic Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Relief Spinal Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Pain Management Injection
- 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
- 62321: 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, cervical or thoracic; with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
- 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
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
- Sacroiliac Joint Injection
- Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance
- SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac steroid injection
- Image-guided SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac joint block
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)
- 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
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:
- 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
Does Dr. Kapur accept my insurance?
Dr. Kapur accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (860) 889-8331 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kapur accept in Norwich, CT?
Dr. Kapur in Norwich, CT 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
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Connecticut
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kapur's office located?
What is Dr. Kapur's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kapur's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447299383.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kapur?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kapur
What is Dr. Gaurav Kapur's specialty?
Dr. Kapur is a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Norwich, CT.
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. Gaurav Kapur affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kapur is affiliated with William W. Backus Hospital, Windham Hospital, Lawrence & Memorial Hospital, Griffin Hospital, Westerly Hospital, Smilow Cancer Hospital At Yale New Haven 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 Gaurav Kapur accepting new patients in Norwich, CT?
Yes, Dr. Gaurav Kapur is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gaurav Kapur offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kapur's office at (860) 889-8331 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gaurav Kapur?
Please contact Dr. Kapur's office at (860) 889-8331 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gaurav Kapur have?
Dr. Gaurav Kapur is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
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