Dr. Raka Gohel, MD
Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist
,Anesthesiologist
,Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist
,Pain Medicine Specialist
Tomball, TX
31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gohel, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Tomball, TX?
Dr. Raka Gohel, MD is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Tomball, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Gohel completed her residency at Ny Medical College, Anesthesiology; Forest Park Hosp, Internal Medicine; Forest Park Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Gohel is fluent in English, Persian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gohel’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gohel’s office at (281) 351-3830.
Where did Dr. Gohel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ny Medical College, Anesthesiology; Forest Park Hosp, Internal Medicine; Forest Park Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Medical School: Kasturba Med Coll- Mysore Univ- Mangalore- Karnataka- India
Is Dr. Gohel board certified as an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Raka Gohel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Gohel speak?
Dr. Gohel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
Spanish
What conditions does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gohel typically treat?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Gohel 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. Gohel. 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:
- 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:
- Lower Back Spinal Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47896: Other spondylosis, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylotic Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Arthritis with Nerve Pain
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4726: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Neck Spinal Degeneration with Pinched Nerve
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Cervical Degenerative Radiculopathy
- Neck Spondylosis with Radiculopathy
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4722: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, cervical region
What procedures does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gohel typically perform?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Gohel 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. Gohel. 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)
- 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)
- Cervical Epidural Injection
- Thoracic Epidural Injection
- Pain Relief Spinal Injection
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
- 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)
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:
- Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection (Additional Levels)
- Lower Back Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Nerve Block
- Paravertebral Facet Injection (Lumbar/Sacral)
CPT Codes:
- 64495: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; third and any additional level(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Gohel accept my insurance?
Dr. Gohel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (281) 351-3830 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gohel accept in Tomball, TX?
Dr. Gohel in Tomball, TX 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
Community Health Choice
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gohel's office located?
Dr. Raka Gohel's Primary Practice
425 Holderrieth Blvd Ste 209
Tomball, TX 77375
(281) 351-3830
What is Dr. Gohel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gohel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578569398.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gohel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gohel
What is Dr. Raka Gohel's specialty?
Dr. Gohel is a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Tomball, 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. Raka Gohel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gohel is affiliated with Oakbend Medical Center, Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital, Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital 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 Raka Gohel accepting new patients in Tomball, TX?
Yes, Dr. Raka Gohel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Raka Gohel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gohel's office at (281) 351-3830 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Raka Gohel?
Please contact Dr. Gohel's office at (281) 351-3830 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Raka Gohel have?
Dr. Raka Gohel is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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