Dr. Uplekh Purewal, MD
Philadelphia, PA
25 Years of Experience
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. 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 Medicare 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 as a 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 a Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Purewal typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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 like Dr. Purewal typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Purewal 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
- Cervical Epidural Injection
- Thoracic Epidural Injection
- Pain Relief Spinal Injection
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
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)
- 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)
- 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 Cord Stimulator Implant
- Epidural neurostimulator placement
- Percutaneous spinal stimulator
- SCS implant
CPT Codes:
- 63650: Percutaneous implantation of neurostimulator electrode array, epidural
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:
- Spinal Cord Stimulator Insertion
- Spinal Neurostimulator Placement
- SCS Implantation
- Back Pain Stimulator Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 63685: Insertion or replacement of spinal neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver, requiring pocket creation and connection between electrode array and pulse generator or receiver
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. 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
Capital Blue Cross
Carepoint Health
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
What does a Pain Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Uplekh Purewal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Purewal is affiliated with Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital, Virtua Our Lady Of Lourdes Hospital, Virtua Voorhees Hospital, Jefferson Torresdale Hospital, Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Penn Medicine Pennsylvania 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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