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Dr. Eugene Becker, MD

Dr. Eugene Becker, MD

Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Anesthesiologist

Peru, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Becker, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Peru, IL?

    Dr. Eugene Becker, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Peru, IL. He is board certified. Dr. Becker completed his residency at Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, Pain Management; Univ Il Coll Of Med, Anesthesiology; Louis A Weiss Mem Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Becker is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Becker’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Becker’s office at (815) 223-3300.

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

    • Residency: Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, Pain Management; Univ Il Coll Of Med, Anesthesiology; Louis A Weiss Mem Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year

    • Medical School: University Of Il Coll Of Med- Chicago Il

    Is Dr. Becker board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Eugene Becker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Becker speak?

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

    • English
    • Russian

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

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

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Lower 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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4726: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbar 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:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

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

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Becker 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. Becker. 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 or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
    • Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
    • Epidural Steroid Injection
    • Caudal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Pain Management Injection
    • 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)
    • Cervical Epidural Injection
    • Thoracic Epidural Injection
    • Pain Relief Spinal Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 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)
    • 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
    • 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
    • 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:

    • 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)

    Does Dr. Becker accept my insurance?

    Dr. Becker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (815) 223-3300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Becker accept in Peru, IL?

    Dr. Becker in Peru, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield Association

    • Broward Health

    • Centene Corporation

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Becker's office located?

    Dr. Eugene Becker's Primary Practice

    925 West St

    Peru, IL 61354

    (815) 223-3300

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

    Dr. Becker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871532317.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Becker?

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

    What is Dr. Eugene Becker's specialty?

    Dr. Becker is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Peru, IL.

    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 Dr. Eugene Becker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Becker is affiliated with Baptist Health Paducah, North Arkansas Regional Medical Center, Good Samaritan Hospital - Vincennes, In 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

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

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    Is Dr. Eugene Becker accepting new patients in Peru, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Eugene Becker is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Eugene Becker offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Becker's office at (815) 223-3300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Eugene Becker?

    Please contact Dr. Becker's office at (815) 223-3300 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Becker's office located?

    Dr. Becker's office is located in Peru, IL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Eugene Becker have?

    Dr. Eugene Becker is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.