Dr. Brian Durkin, DO
Port Jefferson Station, NY
20 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Durkin, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Port Jefferson Station, NY?
Dr. Brian Durkin, DO is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Port Jefferson Station, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Durkin completed his residency at Stony Brook University Hospital. He is a member of the Stony Brook University Hospital, University Hospital & Medical Center Stony Brook, and New York Society of Interventional Pain Physicians. Dr. Durkin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Durkin’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Durkin’s office at (631) 474-0707.
Where did Dr. Durkin go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Stony Brook University Hospital | Memorial Sloan-Kettering
Medical School: Grand Canyon University | Midwestern University (AZ)
Is Dr. Durkin board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Brian Durkin, DO is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Durkin speak?
Dr. Durkin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Durkin typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Durkin 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. Durkin. 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
- 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:
- 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:
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
Also known as:
- Vertebrogenic Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- vertebral low back pain
- spine-related low back pain
- discogenic low back pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5451: Vertebrogenic low back pain
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Durkin typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Durkin 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. Durkin. 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
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- 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)
- Cervical Epidural Injection
- Thoracic Epidural Injection
- Pain Relief Spinal Injection
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)
- 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
- 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)
Also known as:
- Nerve Burning for Back Pain (Additional Vertebra)
- Facet Joint Nerve Ablation (Lumbar/Sacral)
- Basivertebral Nerve Ablation
- Lumbar Nerve Destruction
- Sacral Nerve Destruction
- Spinal Nerve Radiofrequency Ablation
- Lumbar Facet Joint Denervation
- Sacral Facet Nerve Block
- Radiofrequency Ablation for Back Pain
CPT Codes:
- 64629: Thermal destruction of intraosseous basivertebral nerve, including all imaging guidance; each additional vertebral body, lumbar or sacral (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 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:
- Heat Treatment for Back Pain Nerve (Basivertebral Nerve)
- Basivertebral nerve ablation
- Intraosseous nerve destruction
- Radiofrequency ablation for back pain
- Vertebral nerve thermal destruction
CPT Codes:
- 64628: Thermal destruction of intraosseous basivertebral nerve, including all imaging guidance; first 2 vertebral bodies, lumbar or sacral
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:
- Guided Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
- Paravertebral Facet Joint Injection
- Cervical Facet Injection
- Thoracic Facet Injection
- Zygapophyseal Joint Injection
CPT Codes:
- 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:
- 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)
Does Dr. Durkin accept my insurance?
Dr. Durkin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (631) 474-0707 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Durkin accept in Port Jefferson Station, NY?
Dr. Durkin in Port Jefferson Station, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Durkin's office located?
Dr. Brian Durkin's Primary Practice
1500 Route 112 Bldg 2
Port Jefferson Station, NY 11776
(631) 474-0707
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 3 reviews
Office Experience
85% 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
Wait Times
66% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
90% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Brian Durkin an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Durkin has been rated and reviewed by 3 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Durkin, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
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Memberships & Associations
Stony Brook University Hospital
Professional Member
University Hospital & Medical Center Stony Brook
Professional Member
New York Society of Interventional Pain Physicians
Vice President
What is Dr. Durkin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Durkin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790713162.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Durkin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Durkin
What is Dr. Brian Durkin's specialty?
Dr. Durkin is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Port Jefferson Station, NY.
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. Brian Durkin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Durkin is affiliated with Mather 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
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Is Brian Durkin accepting new patients in Port Jefferson Station, NY?
Yes, Dr. Brian Durkin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brian Durkin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Durkin's office at (631) 474-0707 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brian Durkin?
Please contact Dr. Durkin's office at (631) 474-0707 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Brian Durkin have?
Dr. Brian Durkin is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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