Dr. Medhat Mikhael, MD
Long Beach, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mikhael, Pain Medicine Specialist in Long Beach, CA?
Dr. Medhat Mikhael, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Long Beach, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Mikhael graduated from University Sakartvelo Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Ny Medical College, Internal Medicine; Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, Anesthesiology. Dr. Mikhael is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mikhael’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mikhael’s office at (562) 595-0060.
Where did Dr. Mikhael go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Ny Medical College, Internal Medicine; Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, Anesthesiology | Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
Medical School: University of Mansura, Fac of Med, Mansura, Egypt | University Sakartvelo Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Mikhael board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Medhat Mikhael, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Mikhael speak?
Dr. Mikhael and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mikhael typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Mikhael 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. Mikhael. 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.
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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Pain with Sciatica (Right Side)
- Back Pain
- Sciatica
- Right Sided Lumbago with Sciatica
- Right Back Pain and Leg Nerve Pain
- Right Sciatic Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5441: Lumbago with sciatica, right side
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mikhael typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Mikhael 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. Mikhael. 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.
Also known as:
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
- 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)
CPT Codes:
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
- 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
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Lumbar/Sacral Facet Joint Nerve Destruction (Additional)
- Facet joint block
- Zygapophyseal joint injection
- Lower back facet injection
- Sacral facet injection
- Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
- Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Spine
- Lumbar Facet Denervation
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)
- 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)
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 Epidural Injection (Guided)
- Sacroiliac Joint Injection
- Multiple Trigger Point Injections
- 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
- Trigger Point Release Injections
- Muscle Pain Injections
- Myofascial Pain Injections
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
- 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Mikhael accept my insurance?
Dr. Mikhael accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 595-0060 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mikhael accept in Long Beach, CA?
Dr. Mikhael in Long Beach, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Conifer Health Solutions
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Mikhael's office located?
Dr. Medhat Mikhael's Primary Practice
3620 Atlantic Ave
Long Beach, CA 90807
(562) 595-0060
What is Dr. Mikhael's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mikhael's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558397331.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mikhael?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mikhael
What is Dr. Medhat Mikhael's specialty?
Dr. Mikhael is a Pain Medicine Specialist near Long Beach, CA.
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. Medhat Mikhael affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mikhael is affiliated with Uci Medical Center 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
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Is Medhat Mikhael accepting new patients in Long Beach, CA?
Yes, Dr. Medhat Mikhael is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Medhat Mikhael offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mikhael's office at (562) 595-0060 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Medhat Mikhael?
Please contact Dr. Mikhael's office at (562) 595-0060 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Medhat Mikhael have?
Dr. Medhat Mikhael is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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