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Dr. John Dockery, MD

Physiatrist

Germantown, TN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Dockery, Physiatrist in Germantown, TN?

    Dr. John Dockery, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Germantown, TN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Dockery graduated from Emory University School Of Medicine and completed his residency at University Of Al Hospital. Dr. Dockery is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dockery’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dockery’s office at (312) 806-6975.

    Where did Dr. Dockery go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: University Of Al Hospital

    • Medical School: Emory University School Of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Dockery speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Dockery typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Dockery 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. Dockery. 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:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
    • Mid-Back Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylotic Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Arthritis with Nerve Pain
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Thoracic Spondylotic Radiculopathy
    • Mid-Back Arthritis with Nerve Pain
    • Pinched Nerve in Thoracic Spine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4726: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M4724: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, thoracic region

    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:

    • Neck Spinal Degeneration with Pinched Nerve
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Cervical Degenerative Radiculopathy
    • Neck Spondylosis with Radiculopathy
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4722: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Vertebrogenic Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • vertebral low back pain
    • spine-related low back pain
    • discogenic low back pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5451: Vertebrogenic low back pain

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Dockery typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Dockery 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. Dockery. 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
    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
    • Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
    • Epidural Steroid Injection
    • TFESI (Lumbar)
    • Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
    • Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
    • Caudal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Pain Management Injection
    • Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
    • Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Paravertebral Facet Injection
    • Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
    • Cervical Epidural Injection
    • Thoracic Epidural Injection
    • Pain Relief Spinal 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
    • 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
    • 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)

    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)

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
    • Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance

    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)

    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

    Does Dr. Dockery accept my insurance?

    Dr. Dockery accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 806-6975 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Dockery accept in Germantown, TN?

    Dr. Dockery in Germantown, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee

    • Christian Healthcare Ministries

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Dockery's office located?

    Dr. John Dockery's Primary Practice

    1400 S Germantown Rd

    Germantown, TN 38138

    (312) 806-6975

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    Dr. John Dockery's Practice 2

    8510 Wilkinsville Rd Ste 101

    Millington, TN 38053

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    Dr. John Dockery's Practice 3

    7887 Wolf River Blvd

    Germantown, TN 38138

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

    Dr. Dockery's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245279991.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dockery?

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

    What is Dr. John Dockery's specialty?

    Dr. Dockery is a Physiatrist near Germantown, TN.

    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 Dr. John Dockery affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Dockery is affiliated with Methodist University Hospital, West Tennessee Healthcare Jackson-Madison County General Hospital, St. Bernards Medical Center 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 Dr. John Dockery accepting new patients in Germantown, TN?

    Yes, Dr. John Dockery is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Dockery offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Dockery's office at (312) 806-6975 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Dockery?

    Please contact Dr. Dockery's office at (312) 806-6975 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Dockery's office located?

    Dr. Dockery's offices are located in Germantown, TN and Millington, TN.