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40 Years of Experience
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Thapar, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Flower Mound, TX?
Dr. Pankaj Thapar, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Flower Mound, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified. Dr. Thapar graduated from Maulana Azad Medical College and completed his residency at Univ Of Chicago Hosps, Anesthesiology. Dr. Thapar is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thapar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thapar’s office.
Where did Dr. Thapar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Chicago Hosps, Anesthesiology | University of Chicago Program
Medical School: Maulana Azad Med Coll- Univ Of Delhi- New Delhi- Delhi- India | Maulana Azad Medical College
Is Dr. Thapar board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Pankaj Thapar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Thapar speak?
Dr. Thapar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Thapar typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Thapar 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. Thapar. 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
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
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Thapar typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Thapar 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. Thapar. 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 or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
- Cervical Epidural Injection
- Thoracic Epidural Injection
- Pain Relief Spinal Injection
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
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)
- 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)
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
- 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
- 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)
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 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
Does Dr. Thapar accept my insurance?
Dr. Thapar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Thapar accept in Flower Mound, TX?
Dr. Thapar in Flower Mound, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
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CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
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Humana
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Thapar's office located?
What is Dr. Thapar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Thapar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386673804.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thapar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Thapar
What is Dr. Pankaj Thapar's specialty?
Dr. Thapar is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Flower Mound, TX.
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. Pankaj Thapar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Thapar is affiliated with Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Flower Mound 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 Pankaj Thapar accepting new patients in Flower Mound, TX?
Yes, Dr. Pankaj Thapar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Pankaj Thapar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Thapar's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Pankaj Thapar?
Please contact Dr. Thapar's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Pankaj Thapar have?
Dr. Pankaj Thapar is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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