Dr. Nagaraj Kikkeri, MD
Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist
,Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist
,Pain Medicine Specialist
,Anesthesiologist
Mesquite, TX
31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kikkeri, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Mesquite, TX?
Dr. Nagaraj Kikkeri, MD is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Mesquite, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Kikkeri graduated from Kempe Gowda Institute Med Science and completed his residency at Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Anesthesiology; Beth Israel Med Ctr, Anesthesiology. Dr. Kikkeri is fluent in English, Hindi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kikkeri’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kikkeri’s office at (972) 276-6100.
Where did Dr. Kikkeri go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Anesthesiology; Beth Israel Med Ctr, Anesthesiology | Albert Einstein College Of Medicine | University at Albany | Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Program
Medical School: Kempegowda Inst of Med Sci, Bangalore University, India | Kempe Gowda Institute Med Science | Kempegowda Institute of Medical Sciences
Is Dr. Kikkeri board certified as an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Nagaraj Kikkeri, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Kikkeri speak?
Dr. Kikkeri and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Spanish
What conditions does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kikkeri typically treat?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kikkeri 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. Kikkeri. 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:
- 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:
- Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
- Back Pain
- SI Joint Inflammation
- Sacroiliac Dysfunction
- Inflamed SI Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified
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:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
What procedures does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kikkeri typically perform?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kikkeri 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. Kikkeri. 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
- 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:
- Sacroiliac Joint Injection
- Multiple Trigger Point Injections
- SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac steroid injection
- Image-guided SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac joint block
- Trigger Point Release Injections
- Muscle Pain Injections
- Myofascial Pain Injections
CPT Codes:
- 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
- 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Kikkeri accept my insurance?
Dr. Kikkeri accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (972) 276-6100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kikkeri accept in Mesquite, TX?
Dr. Kikkeri in Mesquite, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kikkeri's office located?
Dr. Nagaraj Kikkeri's Primary Practice
3865 Childress Ave
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 276-6100
What is Dr. Kikkeri's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kikkeri's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396745311.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kikkeri?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kikkeri
What is Dr. Nagaraj Kikkeri's specialty?
Dr. Kikkeri is a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Mesquite, 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. Nagaraj Kikkeri affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kikkeri is affiliated with Hunt Regional Medical Center At Greenville, Texas Health Arlington Memorial, White Rock Medical Center, Medical City Mckinney Hospital, Baylor Scott & White Surgical Hospital At Sherman, Texas Health Hospital Rockwall 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 Nagaraj Kikkeri accepting new patients in Mesquite, TX?
Yes, Dr. Nagaraj Kikkeri is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nagaraj Kikkeri offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kikkeri's office at (972) 276-6100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nagaraj Kikkeri?
Please contact Dr. Kikkeri's office at (972) 276-6100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nagaraj Kikkeri have?
Dr. Nagaraj Kikkeri is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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