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Dr. Gary Gettelfinger, MD

Bloomington, IN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gettelfinger, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Bloomington, IN?

    Dr. Gary Gettelfinger, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Bloomington, IN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Gettelfinger graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Clarian Indiana Univ Hosp, Anesthesiology. Dr. Gettelfinger is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gettelfinger’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gettelfinger’s office at (812) 353-2700.

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

    • Residency: Clarian Indiana Univ Hosp, Anesthesiology | Clarian Indiana University Hospital | Mercy St Vincent Medical Center/Mercy Health Partners Program

    • Medical School: In Univ Sch of Med, Indianapolis In | Indiana University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Gettelfinger board certified in Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Gary Gettelfinger, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Gettelfinger speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Gettelfinger treat?

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

    • Lower Back and Tailbone Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
    • Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Herniated Disc in Lumbosacral Region with Radiculopathy
    • Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
    • Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
    • Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5117: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
    • M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
    • Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication

    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:

    • Neck Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Herniated Disc in Neck with Radiculopathy
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Slipped Disc causing Nerve Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M50122: Cervical disc disorder at C5-C6 level with radiculopathy
    • M50121: Cervical disc disorder at C4-C5 level with radiculopathy

    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:

    • Neck Disc Disorder at C6-C7 with Pinched Nerve
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • C6-C7 Radiculopathy
    • Pinched Nerve at C6-C7
    • C6-C7 Disc Disease with Nerve Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M50123: Cervical disc disorder at C6-C7 level with radiculopathy

    Also known as:

    • Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
    • Back Pain
    • SI Joint Inflammation
    • Sacroiliac Dysfunction
    • Inflamed SI Joint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Tailbone Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Coccyx Disorder
    • Sacrococcygeal Pain
    • Tailbone Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M533: Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    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:

    • Other Chronic Pain Condition
    • Chronic Pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8929: Other chronic pain

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
    • Worn Lumbar Discs
    • Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Mid-Back Nerve Root Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Pinched Nerve in Mid-Back
    • Thoracic Radiculopathy
    • Upper Back Nerve Compression

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5414: Radiculopathy, thoracic region

    Which procedures does Dr. Gettelfinger perform as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Gary Gettelfinger may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Gettelfinger's office.

    Does Dr. Gettelfinger accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gettelfinger accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (812) 353-2700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gettelfinger accept in Bloomington, IN?

    Dr. Gettelfinger in Bloomington, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • HealthSmart

    • Humana

    • Keenan and Associates

    • Medicare

    • Truman Medical Centers

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Gettelfinger's office located?

    Dr. Gary Gettelfinger's Primary Practice

    888 S Auto Mall Rd

    Bloomington, IN 47401

    (812) 353-2700

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    Dr. Gary Gettelfinger's Practice 2

    601 W 2nd St

    Bloomington, IN 47403

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    Dr. Gary Gettelfinger's Practice 3

    639 S Walker St Ste E

    Bloomington, IN 47403

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

    Dr. Gettelfinger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831132950.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gettelfinger?

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

    What is Dr. Gary Gettelfinger's specialty?

    Dr. Gettelfinger is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Bloomington, IN. 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. Contact Dr. Gettelfinger to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Gary Gettelfinger affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gettelfinger is affiliated with Iu Health Bloomington 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

    Where can I learn more about Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?

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    Is Gary Gettelfinger accepting new patients in Bloomington, IN?

    Yes, Dr. Gary Gettelfinger is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gary Gettelfinger offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gettelfinger's office at (812) 353-2700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Gary Gettelfinger?

    Please contact Dr. Gettelfinger's office at (812) 353-2700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Gary Gettelfinger have?

    Dr. Gary Gettelfinger is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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