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Dr. Elena Ocher, MD

Dr. Elena Ocher, MD

Forest Hills, NY

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ocher, Anesthesiologist in Forest Hills, NY?

    Dr. Elena Ocher, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Forest Hills, NY. She has been practicing for over 25 years. Dr. Ocher graduated from Pavlov First St. Petersburg Medical Academy. Dr. Ocher is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ocher’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ocher’s office at (718) 268-2199.

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

    • Fellowship: Montefiore Medical Center University Hospital of Albert Einstein medical school

    • Medical School: Pavlov First St. Petersburg Medical Academy

    What languages does Dr. Ocher speak?

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

    • English

    • Russian

    What conditions does Dr. Ocher treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Ocher 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. Ocher. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back and Sacrum Disc Displacement
    • Lower Back Disc Displacement
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Slipped Disc in Lumbosacral Spine
    • Herniated Disc in Lumbosacral Region
    • Lumbosacral Disc Protrusion
    • Slipped Disc in Lower Back
    • Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
    • Lumbar Disc Protrusion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5127: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbosacral region
    • M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region

    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:

    • 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:

    • Fibromyalgia
    • Widespread pain syndrome
    • Chronic muscle pain
    • Fibromyositis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M797: Fibromyalgia

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
    • Sciatica

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee

    Also known as:

    • Right Knee Bursitis
    • Shoulder Bursitis
    • Bursitis
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Prepatellar Bursitis', 'Housemaid's Knee
    • Right knee inflammation
    • Inflamed Shoulder Bursa
    • Shoulder Joint Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7041: Prepatellar bursitis, right knee
    • M7551: Bursitis of right shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Neck Spondylolisthesis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Slipped Neck Vertebra
    • Cervical Spine Slip

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4312: Spondylolisthesis, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Migraine without Aura
    • Migraine
    • Transformed migraine
    • Daily chronic headache
    • Persistent migraine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G43709: Chronic migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus

    Also known as:

    • Insomnia
    • Sleeplessness
    • Trouble sleeping
    • Chronic insomnia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4700: Insomnia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Right Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Right Hand Numbness
    • Right CTS

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sleep Disorder
    • Sleep Problem
    • Sleep Disturbance
    • Trouble Sleeping

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G479: Sleep disorder, unspecified

    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:

    • Trigeminal Neuralgia
    • Tic Douloureux
    • Facial Nerve Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G500: Trigeminal neuralgia

    What procedures does Dr. Ocher perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Ocher 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. Ocher. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Epidural Steroid Injection
    • Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
    • TFESI (Lumbar)
    • Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
    • Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
    • Cervical Epidural Injection
    • Thoracic Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Pain Relief Spinal Injection
    • Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
    • Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Paravertebral Facet Injection
    • Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
    • Caudal Epidural Injection
    • Pain Management Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging 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)
    • 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
    • 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)

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
    • Guided Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
    • Multiple Trigger Point Injections
    • Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection (Additional Levels)
    • Sacroiliac Joint Injection
    • Intercostal Nerve Block
    • 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
    • Trigger Point Release Injections
    • Muscle Pain Injections
    • Myofascial Pain Injections
    • Lower Back Facet Joint Injection
    • Sacral Facet Nerve Block
    • Paravertebral Facet Injection (Lumbar/Sacral)
    • SI joint injection
    • Sacroiliac steroid injection
    • Image-guided SI joint injection
    • Sacroiliac joint block
    • Rib nerve injection
    • Chest wall nerve block
    • Intercostal pain injection

    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
    • 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles
    • 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)
    • 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
    • 64420: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; intercostal nerve, single level

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Lumbar/Sacral Facet Joint Nerve Destruction (Additional)
    • Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back) with Imaging
    • Facet joint block
    • Zygapophyseal joint injection
    • Lower back facet injection
    • Sacral facet injection
    • Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
    • Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Spine
    • Lumbar Facet Denervation
    • Paravertebral facet injection
    • Neck/upper back pain 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)
    • 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)
    • 64492: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic; third and any additional level(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Trigeminal Nerve Block
    • Greater Occipital Nerve Block
    • Trigeminal Nerve Injection
    • Facial Nerve Block
    • Ophthalmic Nerve Block
    • Maxillary Nerve Block
    • Occipital Nerve Injection
    • Headache Nerve Block
    • Steroid Injection for Occipital Neuralgia

    CPT Codes:

    • 64400: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; trigeminal nerve, each branch (ie, ophthalmic, maxillary, mandibular)
    • 64405: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; greater occipital nerve

    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:

    • Botox Injections for Chronic Migraine
    • Chemodenervation for Migraine
    • Botulinum Toxin Injection for Migraine
    • Facial Nerve Block
    • Trigeminal Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64615: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial, trigeminal, cervical spinal and accessory nerves, bilateral (eg, for chronic migraine)

    Also known as:

    • Nerve Destruction for Pain
    • Neurolytic nerve block
    • Peripheral nerve ablation
    • Nerve destruction procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 64640: Destruction by neurolytic agent; other peripheral nerve or branch

    Also known as:

    • Facet Joint Nerve Ablation (Neck/Mid-Back)
    • Radiofrequency Ablation Facet Joint
    • Cervical Facet Nerve Destruction
    • Thoracic Facet Nerve Block
    • Spine Nerve Ablation

    CPT Codes:

    • 64634: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); cervical or thoracic, each additional facet joint (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Nerve Ablation for Neck or Upper Back Pain
    • Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
    • Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Neck
    • Cervical Facet Denervation
    • Thoracic Facet Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64633: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); cervical or thoracic, single facet joint

    Also known as:

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

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
    • 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting

    Also known as:

    • Knee Strapping
    • Knee Taping
    • Knee Support Application
    • Therapeutic Knee Strapping

    CPT Codes:

    • 29530: Strapping; knee

    Also known as:

    • Elbow or Wrist Strapping
    • Shoulder Strapping
    • Elbow Taping
    • Wrist Taping
    • Joint Strapping
    • Therapeutic Taping
    • Velpeau Bandage Application
    • Shoulder Taping
    • Shoulder Immobilization

    CPT Codes:

    • 29260: Strapping; elbow or wrist
    • 29240: Strapping; shoulder (eg, Velpeau)

    Also known as:

    • Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
    • Injection for Tendon or Ligament Pain
    • Cervical Facet Injection
    • Thoracic Facet Injection
    • Zygapophyseal Joint Injection
    • Spinal Joint Injection
    • Tendon sheath injection
    • Ligament injection
    • Plantar fascia injection
    • Soft tissue injection for pain

    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)
    • 20550: Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (eg, plantar "fascia")

    Also known as:

    • Carpal Tunnel Injection
    • Corticosteroid injection for carpal tunnel
    • Local anesthetic for carpal tunnel
    • Wrist pain injection
    • Carpal tunnel syndrome injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 20526: Injection, therapeutic (eg, local anesthetic, corticosteroid), carpal tunnel

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Joint Fluid Removal
    • Bursa Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 20605: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Kyphoplasty for Lumbar Spine Fracture
    • Vertebral Augmentation (Lumbar)
    • Percutaneous Kyphoplasty (Lower Back)
    • Spine Fracture Repair (Lumbar)

    CPT Codes:

    • 22514: Percutaneous vertebral augmentation, including cavity creation (fracture reduction and bone biopsy included when performed) using mechanical device (eg, kyphoplasty), 1 vertebral body, unilateral or bilateral cannulation, inclusive of all imaging guidance; lumbar

    Also known as:

    • Ankle or Foot Taping
    • Ankle Strapping
    • Foot Strapping
    • Ankle Taping
    • Foot Taping

    CPT Codes:

    • 29540: Strapping; ankle and/or foot

    Also known as:

    • Fine Needle Biopsy with X-ray Guidance
    • Biopsy
    • Fluoroscopy
    • FNA Biopsy with Fluoroscopy
    • Image-Guided Fine Needle Aspiration
    • X-ray Guided Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 10007: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including fluoroscopic guidance; first lesion

    Also known as:

    • Vein Needle or Catheter Insertion
    • Venipuncture
    • IV Insertion
    • Intravenous Access
    • Catheter Placement Vein

    CPT Codes:

    • 36000: Introduction of needle or intracatheter, vein

    Does Dr. Ocher accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ocher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 268-2199 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ocher accept in Forest Hills, NY?

    Dr. Ocher in Forest Hills, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Deutsche Bank

    • Elderplan

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • State of Colorado

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Ocher's office located?

    Dr. Elena Ocher's Primary Practice

    11247 Queens Blvd Ste 204

    Forest Hills, NY 11375

    (718) 268-2199

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

    Dr. Ocher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770589335.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ocher?

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

    What is Dr. Elena Ocher's specialty?

    Dr. Ocher is a Anesthesiologist near Forest Hills, NY. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Ocher to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Elena Ocher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ocher is affiliated with Rhode Island Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?

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    Is Elena Ocher accepting new patients in Forest Hills, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Elena Ocher is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Elena Ocher offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ocher's office at (718) 268-2199 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Elena Ocher?

    Please contact Dr. Ocher's office at (718) 268-2199 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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