Dr. Uplekh Purewal, MD
Philadelphia, PA
25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Purewal, Pain Medicine Specialist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Uplekh Purewal, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Purewal completed his residency at Tufts University/New England Medical Center. He is a member of the American Medical Association, International Spine Intervention Society, and American Society of Anesthesiology. Dr. Purewal is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Purewal’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Purewal’s office.
Where did Dr. Purewal go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Pennsylvania | University of Pennsylvania
Residency: Tufts University/New England Medical Center | Drexel University
Medical School: Saba Univ Sch Of Med, Saba, Netherland Antilles | University Of Ottawa
Is Dr. Purewal board certified in Pain Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Uplekh Purewal, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Purewal speak?
Dr. Purewal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Purewal treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Purewal 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. Purewal. 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.
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
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
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Back Pain
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Lower Back Pain with Sciatica
- Back Pain
- Sciatica
- Lumbago and Sciatica
- Back and Leg Pain
- Sciatic Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5440: Lumbago with sciatica, unspecified side
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbosacral Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47817: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Displacement
- Neck Disc Displacement
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back
- Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
- Lumbar Disc Protrusion
- Slipped Disc in Neck
- Herniated Disc in Neck
- Cervical Disc Protrusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region
- M5020: Other cervical disc displacement, unspecified cervical region
Also known as:
- Neck Spondylosis
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Recurrent Depression
- Depression
- Chronic depression
- Repeated depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F339: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, unspecified
Also known as:
- Opioid Use
- Pain Relievers
- Opioid consumption
- Taking opioids
- Opioid intake
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1190: Opioid use, unspecified, uncomplicated
Which procedures does Dr. Purewal perform as a Pain Medicine Specialist?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Uplekh Purewal may include:
- Anti-Pain Stimulator Implantation
- Discogram
- Electromyograph (EMG)
- Epidural Injection
- Nerve Block
- Ozone Prolotherapy
- Pain Management Consultation
- Pain Medicine Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Purewal's office.
Does Dr. Purewal accept my insurance?
Dr. Purewal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Purewal accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Purewal in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Capital BlueCross
Carepoint Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Independence Blue Cross
Independent Health
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Purewal's office located?
Dr. Uplekh Purewal's Primary Practice
1617 John F Kennedy Blvd Ste 1100
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 259 reviews
Office Experience
97% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
96% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Appointment Booking
95% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Diagnosis
96% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition
Patients give Dr. Uplekh Purewal an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Purewal has been rated and reviewed by 259 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Purewal, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
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Memberships & Associations
American Medical Association
Professional Member
International Spine Intervention Society
Professional Member
American Society of Anesthesiology
Professional Member
What is Dr. Purewal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Purewal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548203839.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Purewal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Purewal
What is Dr. Uplekh Purewal's specialty?
Dr. Purewal is a Pain Medicine Specialist near Philadelphia, PA. Pain medicine is a primary medical specialty centered on a distinct body of knowledge and a defined clinical scope, grounded in science, research, and education. This type of medicine focuses on the study, prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of individuals experiencing pain. A comprehensive evaluation considers physical, psychological, cognitive, and socio-cultural factors contributing to pain. Treatment options include pharmacological, invasive, behavioral, cognitive, rehabilitative and complementary strategies, based on the patient's specific needs. Pain medicine physicians serves as primary care providers for the management of pain or can also act as consultants to other physicians, direct an interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary treatment team, conduct research, or advocate for the patient's pain care with public and private agencies. These physicians work in various settings, including offices, clinics, hospitals, universities, and governmental or public institutions. Contact Dr. Purewal to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Uplekh Purewal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Purewal is affiliated with Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital, Virtua Voorhees Hospital 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 Uplekh Purewal accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Uplekh Purewal is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Uplekh Purewal offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Purewal's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Uplekh Purewal?
Please contact Dr. Purewal's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Uplekh Purewal have?
Dr. Uplekh Purewal is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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