29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Vlattas, Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist in Upper Saddle River, NJ?
Dr. John Vlattas, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Upper Saddle River, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Vlattas completed his residency at Nyu Hospitals Center, Orthopedic Surgery; Bellevue Hosp Ctr, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; St Lukes Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Vlattas is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vlattas’s office at (718) 229-7800.
Where did Dr. Vlattas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Nyu Hospitals Center, Orthopedic Surgery; Bellevue Hosp Ctr, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; St Lukes Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Medical School: Temple Univeristy School of Medicine
Is Dr. Vlattas board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist?
Yes, Dr. John Vlattas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
What languages does Dr. Vlattas speak?
Dr. Vlattas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Vlattas treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Vlattas 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. Vlattas. 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:
- 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:
- Mid-Neck Disc Disorder
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Mid-Cervical Disc Disease
- Slipped Disc in Mid-Neck
- Mid-Neck Disc Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- M50120: Mid-cervical disc disorder, unspecified level
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Lower Back and Tailbone Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Lumbosacral Region with Radiculopathy
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
- Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
- Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5117: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
- M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Neck Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Neck with Radiculopathy
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Slipped Disc causing Nerve Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M50122: Cervical disc disorder at C5-C6 level with radiculopathy
What procedures does Dr. Vlattas perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Vlattas 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. Vlattas. 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 or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
- Cervical Epidural Injection
- Thoracic Epidural Injection
- Pain Relief Spinal Injection
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
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)
- 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
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection (Additional Levels)
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
- Lower Back Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Nerve Block
- Paravertebral Facet Injection (Lumbar/Sacral)
- Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance
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)
- 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:
- 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)
Does Dr. Vlattas accept my insurance?
Dr. Vlattas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 229-7800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vlattas accept in Upper Saddle River, NJ?
Dr. Vlattas in Upper Saddle River, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Where is Dr. Vlattas' office located?
Dr. John Vlattas' Primary Practice
10 Mountainview Rd Ste C100
Upper Saddle River, NJ 07458
(718) 229-7800
What is Dr. Vlattas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vlattas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063414852.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vlattas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vlattas
What is Dr. John Vlattas's specialty?
Dr. Vlattas is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist near Upper Saddle River, NJ. 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 patients needs. Contact Dr. Vlattas to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. John Vlattas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Vlattas is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 John Vlattas accepting new patients in Upper Saddle River, NJ?
Yes, Dr. John Vlattas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Vlattas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vlattas's office at (718) 229-7800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Vlattas?
Please contact Dr. Vlattas's office at (718) 229-7800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Vlattas have?
Dr. John Vlattas is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
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