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Who is Dr. Ditonto, Pain Medicine Specialist in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Elizabeth Ditonto, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Buffalo, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Ditonto completed her residency at Suny Buffalo Grad Med-Dent, Anesthesiology; Kaleida Hlth Sys-M Fillmore, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ditonto is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ditonto’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ditonto’s office at (716) 810-7997.
Where did Dr. Ditonto go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Suny Buffalo Grad Med-Dent, Anesthesiology; Kaleida Hlth Sys-M Fillmore, Internal Medicine | SUNY Buffalo
Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Syracuse, Coll of Med, Syracuse Ny | Upstate Medical University/ College of Health Professions
Is Dr. Ditonto board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Ditonto, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Ditonto speak?
Dr. Ditonto and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ditonto treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ditonto 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. Ditonto. 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.
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without 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:
- 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
- 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:
- Neck Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Neck with Radiculopathy
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Slipped Disc causing Nerve Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M50122: Cervical disc disorder at C5-C6 level with radiculopathy
Also known as:
- Neck Disc Disorder at C6-C7 with Pinched Nerve
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- C6-C7 Radiculopathy
- Pinched Nerve at C6-C7
- C6-C7 Disc Disease with Nerve Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M50123: Cervical disc disorder at C6-C7 level with radiculopathy
What procedures does Dr. Ditonto perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ditonto 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. Ditonto. 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.
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
- Cervical Epidural Injection
- Thoracic Epidural Injection
- Pain Relief Spinal Injection
- 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)
- 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:
- 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:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
- Sacroiliac Joint Injection
- 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
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
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. Ditonto accept my insurance?
Dr. Ditonto accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (716) 810-7997 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ditonto accept in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Ditonto in Buffalo, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Where is Dr. Ditonto's office located?
What is Dr. Ditonto's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ditonto's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720017825.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ditonto?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ditonto
What is Dr. Elizabeth Ditonto's specialty?
Dr. Ditonto is a Pain Medicine Specialist near Buffalo, NY. 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. Contact Dr. Ditonto to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Elizabeth Ditonto affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ditonto is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Elizabeth Ditonto accepting new patients in Buffalo, NY?
Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Ditonto is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elizabeth Ditonto offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ditonto's office at (716) 810-7997 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elizabeth Ditonto?
Please contact Dr. Ditonto's office at (716) 810-7997 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Elizabeth Ditonto have?
Dr. Elizabeth Ditonto is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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