Dr. Mahendra Sanapati, MD
Evansville, IN
39 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sanapati, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Evansville, IN?
Dr. Mahendra Sanapati, MD is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Evansville, IN with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified. Dr. Sanapati completed his residency at Bronx-Lebanon Hospital, Bronx, New York, USA. Dr. Sanapati is fluent in English, Spanish, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sanapati’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sanapati’s office at (812) 477-7246.
Where did Dr. Sanapati go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: New York Medical College Affiliated Hospitals, NY, USA
Residency: Bronx-Lebanon Hospital, Bronx, New York, USA | Andhra Medical College, King George Hospital, India | New York Medical College Affiliated Hospitals, NY, USA
Medical School: Andhra Medical College, India
Is Dr. Sanapati board certified as an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Mahendra Sanapati, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Sanapati speak?
Dr. Sanapati and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
Telugu
What conditions does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sanapati typically treat?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sanapati 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. Sanapati. 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:
- 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:
- Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
- Pain Relievers
- Chronic opioid therapy
- Ongoing narcotic pain medication
- Opioid analgesic use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic
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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Chronic Low Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5459: Other low back pain
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:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
What procedures does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sanapati typically perform?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sanapati 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. Sanapati. 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:
- Implanted Pain Pump Reprogramming and Refill
- Intrathecal pump refill
- Epidural pump management
- Pain pump adjustment
- Implanted drug pump service
CPT Codes:
- 62369: Electronic analysis of programmable, implanted pump for intrathecal or epidural drug infusion (includes evaluation of reservoir status, alarm status, drug prescription status); with reprogramming and refill
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- 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)
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
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Lumbar/Sacral Facet Joint Nerve Destruction (Additional)
- Facet joint block
- Zygapophyseal joint injection
- Lower back facet injection
- Sacral facet injection
- Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
- Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Spine
- Lumbar Facet Denervation
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)
- 64636: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, each additional facet joint (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:
- Sacroiliac Joint Injection
- SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac steroid injection
- Image-guided SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac joint block
CPT Codes:
- 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
Does Dr. Sanapati accept my insurance?
Dr. Sanapati accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (812) 477-7246 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sanapati accept in Evansville, IN?
Dr. Sanapati in Evansville, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Indiana
State of Kentucky
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Sanapati's office located?
Dr. Mahendra Sanapati's Primary Practice
1101 Professional Blvd Ste 100
Evansville, IN 47714
(812) 477-7246
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 11 reviews
Office Experience
94% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
99% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
72% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
96% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Mahendra Sanapati an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Sanapati has been rated and reviewed by 11 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Sanapati, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Sanapati's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sanapati's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154325959.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sanapati?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sanapati
What is Dr. Mahendra Sanapati's specialty?
Dr. Sanapati is a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Evansville, IN.
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. Mahendra Sanapati affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sanapati is affiliated with Good Samaritan Hospital - Vincennes, In, Memorial Hospital And Health Care Center, The Medical Center At Bowling Green, Deaconess Midtown Hospital, Ascension St. Vincent Evansville, Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis 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
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Is Mahendra Sanapati accepting new patients in Evansville, IN?
Yes, Dr. Mahendra Sanapati is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mahendra Sanapati offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sanapati's office at (812) 477-7246 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mahendra Sanapati?
Please contact Dr. Sanapati's office at (812) 477-7246 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mahendra Sanapati have?
Dr. Mahendra Sanapati is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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