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32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nicolae, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Topeka, KS?
Dr. Florin Nicolae, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Topeka, KS. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Nicolae graduated from Universitatea De Medicina Si Farmacie Iuliu Hatieganu and completed his residency at Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, Anesthesiology; Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, Anesthesiology; Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, Internal Medicine. Dr. Nicolae is fluent in English, German, and Romanian; Moldavian; Moldovan, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nicolae’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nicolae’s office at (785) 354-9591.
Where did Dr. Nicolae go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, Anesthesiology; Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, Anesthesiology; Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, Internal Medicine | University Hospital Of Cleveland | University of Michigan Program
Medical School: Carol Davila University of Medicine & Pharmacy | Institute of Medicine And Pharmacy | Universitatea De Medicina Si Farmacie Iuliu Hatieganu | IMF Cluj Romania
Is Dr. Nicolae board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Florin Nicolae, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Nicolae speak?
Dr. Nicolae and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
Romanian; Moldavian; Moldovan
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Nicolae typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Nicolae 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. Nicolae. 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:
- Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
- Back Pain
- SI Joint Inflammation
- Sacroiliac Dysfunction
- Inflamed SI Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified
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
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Nicolae typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Nicolae 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. Nicolae. 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 (Guided)
- Sacroiliac Joint Injection
- Guided Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
- Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance
- SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac steroid injection
- Image-guided SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac joint block
- Paravertebral Facet Joint Injection
- Cervical Facet Injection
- Thoracic Facet Injection
- Zygapophyseal Joint Injection
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)
- 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
- 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:
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
- Cervical Epidural Injection
- Thoracic Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Relief Spinal Injection
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
CPT Codes:
- 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)
- 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:
- Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
- Cervical Facet Injection
- Thoracic Facet Injection
- Zygapophyseal Joint Injection
- Spinal Joint Injection
CPT Codes:
- 64491: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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. Nicolae accept my insurance?
Dr. Nicolae accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (785) 354-9591 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nicolae accept in Topeka, KS?
Dr. Nicolae in Topeka, KS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
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Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Kansas
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Nicolae's office located?
What is Dr. Nicolae's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nicolae's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407882491.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nicolae?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nicolae
What is Dr. Florin Nicolae's specialty?
Dr. Nicolae is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Topeka, KS.
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. Florin Nicolae affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nicolae is affiliated with Stormont Vail Hospital, The University Of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus 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 Florin Nicolae accepting new patients in Topeka, KS?
Yes, Dr. Florin Nicolae is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Florin Nicolae offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nicolae's office at (785) 354-9591 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Florin Nicolae?
Please contact Dr. Nicolae's office at (785) 354-9591 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Florin Nicolae have?
Dr. Florin Nicolae is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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