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Dr. Jennifer Gargano, MD
Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist
,Anesthesiologist
,Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist
Rochester, NY
20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gargano, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Rochester, NY?
Dr. Jennifer Gargano, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Rochester, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Gargano graduated from University at Buffalo State University of New York School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences. Dr. Gargano is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gargano’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gargano’s office at (585) 922-7274.
Where did Dr. Gargano go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University at Buffalo State University of New York School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences
Is Dr. Gargano board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Jennifer Gargano, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Gargano speak?
Dr. Gargano and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Gargano typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Gargano 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. Gargano. 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:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Neck Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
- Back Pain
- SI Joint Inflammation
- Sacroiliac Dysfunction
- Inflamed SI Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Gargano typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Gargano 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. Gargano. 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 or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- 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)
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
- 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)
- 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
- 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)
Also known as:
- Guided Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
- Paravertebral Facet Joint Injection
- Cervical Facet Injection
- Thoracic Facet Injection
- Zygapophyseal Joint Injection
CPT Codes:
- 64490: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic; single level
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 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)
Does Dr. Gargano accept my insurance?
Dr. Gargano accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (585) 922-7274 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gargano accept in Rochester, NY?
Dr. Gargano in Rochester, 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
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Lifetime Healthcare
Medicare
MVP Health Care
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Gargano's office located?
Dr. Jennifer Gargano's Primary Practice
1425 Portland Ave
Rochester, NY 14621
(585) 922-7274
What is Dr. Gargano's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gargano's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235143421.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gargano?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gargano
What is Dr. Jennifer Gargano's specialty?
Dr. Gargano is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Rochester, 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. Jennifer Gargano affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gargano is affiliated with Rochester General Hospital 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
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Is Jennifer Gargano accepting new patients in Rochester, NY?
Yes, Dr. Jennifer Gargano is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jennifer Gargano offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gargano's office at (585) 922-7274 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jennifer Gargano?
Please contact Dr. Gargano's office at (585) 922-7274 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jennifer Gargano have?
Dr. Jennifer Gargano is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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