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Dr. Stephen Schmidt, MD

Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Anesthesiologist

Saint Louis, MO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Schmidt, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Saint Louis, MO?

    Dr. Stephen Schmidt, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO. He is board certified. Dr. Schmidt graduated from Saint Louis University School of Medicine and completed his residency at St Louis Univ Sch Of Med, Anesthesiology; St Louis Univ Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Schmidt is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schmidt’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schmidt’s office at (314) 821-8644.

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

    • Residency: St Louis Univ Sch Of Med, Anesthesiology; St Louis Univ Hosp, General Surgery | St Mary's Health Center Program

    • Medical School: St Louis Univ Sch of Med, St Louis Mo | Saint Louis University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Schmidt board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Stephen Schmidt, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Schmidt speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Schmidt typically treat?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Schmidt 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. Schmidt. 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 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

    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:

    • Neck and Upper Back Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervicothoracic Spondylosis
    • Upper Spine Arthritis
    • Degenerative Disease of Neck and Upper Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47813: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervicothoracic 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

    What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Schmidt typically perform?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Schmidt 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. Schmidt. 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 Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
    • 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:

    • 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 Epidural Injection (Guided)
    • Guided Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
    • Spinal Nerve Block Injection
    • Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance
    • Paravertebral Facet Joint Injection
    • Cervical Facet Injection
    • Thoracic Facet Injection
    • Zygapophyseal Joint Injection
    • Cervical Epidural Injection
    • Thoracic Epidural Injection
    • Nerve Root 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)
    • 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
    • 64479: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic, 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 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:

    • 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. Schmidt accept my insurance?

    Dr. Schmidt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 821-8644 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Schmidt accept in Saint Louis, MO?

    Dr. Schmidt in Saint Louis, MO 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 Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Schmidt's office located?

    Dr. Stephen Schmidt's Primary Practice

    1070 Old des Peres Rd

    Saint Louis, MO 63131

    (314) 821-8644

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

    Dr. Schmidt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659377687.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schmidt?

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

    What is Dr. Stephen Schmidt's specialty?

    Dr. Schmidt is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Saint Louis, MO.

    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 Dr. Stephen Schmidt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Schmidt is affiliated with Mercy Hospital St. Louis, Mercy Hospital Washington, Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital, Mercy Hospital South, St. Luke's Hospital - Chesterfield, Mo 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 a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Stephen Schmidt accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?

    Yes, Dr. Stephen Schmidt is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Stephen Schmidt offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Schmidt's office at (314) 821-8644 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Stephen Schmidt?

    Please contact Dr. Schmidt's office at (314) 821-8644 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Schmidt's office located?

    Dr. Schmidt's office is located in Saint Louis, MO.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Stephen Schmidt have?

    Dr. Stephen Schmidt is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.