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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Salam, Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist in Flemington, NJ?
Dr. Aleya Salam, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Flemington, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Salam graduated from King Edward Medical University and completed her residency at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School Program. Dr. Salam is fluent in English, Hindi, Panjabi; Punjabi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Salam’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Salam’s office at (908) 782-0600.
Where did Dr. Salam go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Rutgers New Jersey Medical School Program
Medical School: King Edward Medical University
Is Dr. Salam board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Aleya Salam, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
What languages does Dr. Salam speak?
Dr. Salam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Panjabi; Punjabi
Urdu
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist like Dr. Salam typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Salam 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. Salam. 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:
- Degenerative Disc Disease with Back Pain
- Spinal Disc Degeneration
- Lumbar Disc Degeneration
- Discogenic Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M51360: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region with discogenic back pain only
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
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 - Physiatrist like Dr. Salam typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Salam 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. Salam. 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
- Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Cervical Epidural Injection
- Thoracic Epidural Injection
- Nerve Root Block
CPT Codes:
- 64479: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic, single level
Also known as:
- Lumbar/Sacral Facet Joint Nerve Destruction (Additional)
- Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
- Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Spine
- Lumbar Facet Denervation
- Facet joint block
- Zygapophyseal joint injection
- Lower back facet injection
- Sacral facet injection
CPT Codes:
- 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)
- 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)
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:
- 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. Salam accept my insurance?
Dr. Salam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (908) 782-0600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Salam accept in Flemington, NJ?
Dr. Salam in Flemington, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Horizon Mutual Holdings
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Salam's office located?
What is Dr. Salam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Salam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730128240.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Salam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Salam
What is Dr. Aleya Salam's specialty?
Dr. Salam is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist near Flemington, NJ.
What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist do?
A physiatrist specializing in Pain Medicine evaluates and treats patients with acute or chronic pain, including pain associated with cancer, in both hospital and outpatient settings. They also collaborate with other specialists to coordinate comprehensive care tailored to the patients needs.
Is this Dr. Aleya Salam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Salam is affiliated with Hunterdon Medical Center, Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center, Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center, Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest 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 Aleya Salam accepting new patients in Flemington, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Aleya Salam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Aleya Salam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Salam's office at (908) 782-0600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Aleya Salam?
Please contact Dr. Salam's office at (908) 782-0600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Aleya Salam have?
Dr. Aleya Salam is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
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