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Dr. James Rhee, MD

Dr. James Rhee, MD

Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Physiatrist

Stanford, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Rhee, Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist in Stanford, CA?

    Dr. James Rhee, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Stanford, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Rhee graduated from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine and completed his residency at Northwestern Univ Med Sch, Rehab Institute Of Chicago. Dr. Rhee is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rhee’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rhee’s office at (650) 723-4000.

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

    • Residency: Northwestern Univ Med Sch, Rehab Institute Of Chicago | NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY

    • Medical School: Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Rhee speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist like Dr. Rhee typically treat?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Rhee 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. Rhee. 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:

    • 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
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25551: Pain in right hip

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee

    What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist like Dr. Rhee typically perform?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Rhee 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. Rhee. 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
    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
    • Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
    • TFESI (Lumbar)
    • Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
    • Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
    • 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:

    • 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
    • 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
    • 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:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
    • Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance

    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)

    Also known as:

    • Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
    • Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
    • Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
    • Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
    • Knee Injection with Ultrasound

    CPT Codes:

    • 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting

    Does Dr. Rhee accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rhee accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 723-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Rhee accept in Stanford, CA?

    Dr. Rhee in Stanford, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • AllCare Health

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Contra Costa

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Rhee's office located?

    Dr. James Rhee's Primary Practice

    300 Pasteur Dr

    Stanford, CA 94305

    (650) 723-4000

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    Dr. James Rhee's Practice 2

    5555 W Las Positas Blvd

    Pleasanton, CA 94588

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

    Dr. Rhee's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629074364.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rhee?

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

    What is Dr. James Rhee's specialty?

    Dr. Rhee is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist near Stanford, CA.

    What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist do?

    A physiatrist specializing in Pain Medicine evaluates and treats patients with acute or chronic pain, including pain associated with cancer, in both hospital and outpatient settings. They also collaborate with other specialists to coordinate comprehensive care tailored to the patient’s needs.

    Is Dr. James Rhee affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Rhee is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, Sutter Tracy Community Hospital, Sutter Delta Medical Center, John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, Eden 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 a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. James Rhee accepting new patients in Stanford, CA?

    Yes, Dr. James Rhee is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Rhee offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rhee's office at (650) 723-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Rhee?

    Please contact Dr. Rhee's office at (650) 723-4000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Rhee's office located?

    Dr. Rhee's offices are located in Stanford, CA and Pleasanton, CA.