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Dr. Akhtar Purvez, MD

Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Pain Medicine Specialist

Charlottesville, VA

38 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Purvez, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Charlottesville, VA?

    Dr. Akhtar Purvez, MD is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Charlottesville, VA. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified. Dr. Purvez completed his residency at Univ Of Va Med Ctr, Pain Management. Dr. Purvez is fluent in English, Hindi, Panjabi; Punjabi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Purvez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Purvez’s office at (434) 328-2774.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Va Med Ctr, Pain Management | Boston University General

    • Medical School: Government Medical College, Karnatak University, Bellary, Mysore India | N Goa

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

    Yes, Dr. Akhtar Purvez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Purvez speak?

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

    • English
    • Hindi
    • Panjabi; Punjabi
    • Urdu

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

    As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Purvez 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. Purvez. 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:

    • Muscle Pain
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Myalgia
    • Muscle Ache
    • Muscle Soreness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7910: Myalgia, unspecified site

    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:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Hip
    • Hip Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Hip Ache
    • Hip Discomfort
    • Sore Hip

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25559: Pain in unspecified hip

    What procedures does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Purvez typically perform?

    As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Akhtar Purvez may include:

    Please contact Dr. Purvez's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Purvez accept my insurance?

    Dr. Purvez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (434) 328-2774 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Purvez accept in Charlottesville, VA?

    Dr. Purvez in Charlottesville, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Purvez's office located?

    Dr. Akhtar Purvez's Primary Practice

    2335 Seminole Ln Ste 500

    Charlottesville, VA 22901

    (434) 328-2774

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    What hospitals are Dr. Purvez affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Purvez has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital,Charlottesville, VA

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

    Dr. Purvez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922000132.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Purvez?

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

    What is Dr. Akhtar Purvez's specialty?

    Dr. Purvez is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Charlottesville, VA.

    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 Dr. Akhtar Purvez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Purvez is affiliated with Uva Health Culpeper Medical Center 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

    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 Dr. Akhtar Purvez accepting new patients in Charlottesville, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Akhtar Purvez is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Akhtar Purvez offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Purvez's office at (434) 328-2774 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Akhtar Purvez?

    Please contact Dr. Purvez's office at (434) 328-2774 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Purvez's office located?

    Dr. Purvez's office is located in Charlottesville, VA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Akhtar Purvez have?

    Dr. Akhtar Purvez is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.