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Dr. Hemmo Bosscher, MD

Lubbock, TX

32 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bosscher, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Lubbock, TX?

    Dr. Hemmo Bosscher, MD is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lubbock, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Bosscher graduated from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam Faculteit der Geneeskunde and completed his residency at U Ma Mem Hlthcare-Univ Campus, Anesthesiology; Vet Affairs Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Bosscher is fluent in English and Dutch; Flemish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bosscher’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bosscher’s office at (806) 740-3325.

    Where did Dr. Bosscher go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: U Ma Mem Hlthcare-Univ Campus, Anesthesiology; Vet Affairs Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | University Mass Med Center | Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare Family Medicine Program

    • Medical School: Vrije Universiteit | Universiteit Van Amsterdam | Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam Faculteit der Geneeskunde

    Is Dr. Bosscher board certified as an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Hemmo Bosscher, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Bosscher speak?

    Dr. Bosscher and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Dutch; Flemish

    • English

    What conditions does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bosscher typically treat?

    As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Bosscher 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. Bosscher. 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
    • Neck Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
    • Cervical Spondylosis
    • Neck Arthritis
    • Degenerative Neck Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or 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:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    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 an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bosscher typically perform?

    As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Bosscher 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. Bosscher. 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)
    • Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • 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)
    • TFESI (Lumbar)
    • Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
    • Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging

    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
    • 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging 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:

    • 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:

    • 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)

    Also known as:

    • Minimally Invasive Lumbar Spine Decompression
    • Percutaneous Laminotomy
    • Lumbar Laminectomy
    • Spinal Decompression Surgery
    • Image-Guided Spine Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 0275T: Percutaneous laminotomy/laminectomy (interlaminar approach) for decompression of neural elements, (with or without ligamentous resection, discectomy, facetectomy and/or foraminotomy), any method, under indirect image guidance (eg, fluoroscopic, CT), single or multiple levels, unilateral or bilateral; lumbar

    Does Dr. Bosscher accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bosscher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (806) 740-3325 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bosscher accept in Lubbock, TX?

    Dr. Bosscher in Lubbock, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield Association

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Bosscher's office located?

    Dr. Hemmo Bosscher's Primary Practice

    4515 Marsha Sharp Fwy

    Lubbock, TX 79407

    (806) 740-3325

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    Dr. Hemmo Bosscher's Practice 2

    3505 22nd Pl

    Lubbock, TX 79410

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    What is Dr. Bosscher's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Bosscher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780687517.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bosscher?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bosscher

    What is Dr. Hemmo Bosscher's specialty?

    Dr. Bosscher is a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Lubbock, TX.

    What does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist do?

    Interventional pain medicine focuses on diagnosing and treating pain and related disorders using interventional techniques. It is primarily aimed at managing subacute, chronic, persistent, and intractable pain, either as a standalone treatment or in combination with other therapeutic approaches.

    Is this Dr. Hemmo Bosscher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bosscher is affiliated with Grace Surgical Hospital, Shannon Medical Center 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 an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist. 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 Hemmo Bosscher accepting new patients in Lubbock, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Hemmo Bosscher is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Hemmo Bosscher offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bosscher's office at (806) 740-3325 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Hemmo Bosscher?

    Please contact Dr. Bosscher's office at (806) 740-3325 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Hemmo Bosscher have?

    Dr. Hemmo Bosscher is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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