Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gershon, Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist in Virginia Beach, VA?
Dr. Steven Gershon, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Virginia Beach, VA. He is board certified. Dr. Gershon completed his residency at Rusk Inst Of Rehab Med, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Riverside Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Gershon is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gershon’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gershon’s office at (757) 496-2050.
Where did Dr. Gershon go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Rusk Inst Of Rehab Med, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Riverside Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | PM&R, Rusk-IRM, N.Y., N.Y. USA | Rusk Institute of Rehabilitation Medicine
Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny
Is Dr. Gershon board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Steven Gershon, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation , American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation since 1993
What languages does Dr. Gershon speak?
Dr. Gershon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist like Dr. Gershon typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Gershon 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. Gershon. 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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
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:
- 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:
- Muscle Pain
- Muscle Disorder
- Myalgia
- Muscle Ache
- Muscle Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7918: Myalgia, other site
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist like Dr. Gershon typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Gershon 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. Gershon. 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:
- Multiple Trigger Point Injections
- Sacroiliac Joint Injection
- Trigger Point Release Injections
- Muscle Pain Injections
- Myofascial Pain Injections
- SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac steroid injection
- Image-guided SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac joint block
CPT Codes:
- 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles
- 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
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
Also known as:
- Botox Injections for Chronic Migraine
- Chemodenervation for Migraine
- Botulinum Toxin Injection for Migraine
- Facial Nerve Block
- Trigeminal Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64615: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial, trigeminal, cervical spinal and accessory nerves, bilateral (eg, for chronic migraine)
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management 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)
Does Dr. Gershon accept my insurance?
Dr. Gershon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 496-2050 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gershon accept in Virginia Beach, VA?
Dr. Gershon in Virginia Beach, VA 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)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Selman and company
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Gershon's office located?
Dr. Steven Gershon's Primary Practice
1133 First Colonial Rd
Virginia Beach, VA 23454
(757) 496-2050
Recognitions
Awards
Hampton Roads Super Doctors
What is Dr. Gershon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gershon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073541736.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gershon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gershon
What is Dr. Steven Gershon's specialty?
Dr. Gershon is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist near Virginia Beach, VA.
What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist do?
A physiatrist specializing in Pain Medicine evaluates and treats patients with acute or chronic pain, including pain associated with cancer, in both hospital and outpatient settings. They also collaborate with other specialists to coordinate comprehensive care tailored to the patients needs.
Is this Dr. Steven Gershon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gershon is affiliated with Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, Sentara Princess Anne Hospital, Sentara Leigh Hospital, Sentara Norfolk General 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
When to see a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Steven Gershon accepting new patients in Virginia Beach, VA?
Yes, Dr. Steven Gershon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Steven Gershon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gershon's office at (757) 496-2050 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Steven Gershon?
Please contact Dr. Gershon's office at (757) 496-2050 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Steven Gershon have?
Dr. Steven Gershon is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
Other Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist Near Virginia Beach, VA
VT
Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist
Accepting patientsDr. Victor Tseng, DO is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Virginia Beach, VA with 1 additional practice location.
Virginia Beach, VA
Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist
Accepting patientsDr. Lisa Barr, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Virginia Beach, VA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified.
Virginia Beach, VA
EW
Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist
Accepting patientsDr. Edward Walko, DO is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Chesapeake, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified.
Chesapeake, VA