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    Who is Dr. Kotkes, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Miami, FL?

    Dr. Herschel Kotkes, MD is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Miami, FL. Dr. Kotkes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kotkes’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kotkes’s office at (212) 319-1339.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Kotkes?

    Dr. Herschel Kotkes, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Kotkes empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Pain-Back & Neck, Pain-Interventional Techniques, Pain-Neuropathic, Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD), Sciatica, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Miami, FL community, Dr. Kotkes is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Kotkes speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kotkes typically treat?

    As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kotkes 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. Kotkes. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    What procedures does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kotkes typically perform?

    As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kotkes 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. Kotkes. 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
    • Epidural Steroid Injection
    • Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
    • 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)

    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

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar Disc Decompression (Needle-Based)
    • Percutaneous disc decompression
    • Nucleus pulposus removal
    • Lumbar discography with decompression
    • Minimally invasive disc surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 62287: Decompression procedure, percutaneous, of nucleus pulposus of intervertebral disc, any method utilizing needle based technique to remove disc material under fluoroscopic imaging or other form of indirect visualization, with discography and/or epidural injection(s) at the treated level(s), when performed, single or multiple levels, lumbar

    Also known as:

    • Neck Disc Removal and Nerve Decompression
    • Anterior Cervical Discectomy
    • Cervical Spine Decompression
    • Neck Disc Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 63075: Discectomy, anterior, with decompression of spinal cord and/or nerve root(s), including osteophytectomy; cervical, single interspace

    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:

    • Trigger Point Injection
    • Muscle Pain Injection
    • Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
    • Trigger Point Release Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 20552: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 1 or 2 muscle(s)

    Also known as:

    • Minimally Invasive Disc Pain Treatment (Single Level)
    • IDET procedure
    • Intradiscal electrothermal therapy
    • Percutaneous annuloplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 22526: Percutaneous intradiscal electrothermal annuloplasty, unilateral or bilateral including fluoroscopic guidance; single level

    Does Dr. Kotkes accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kotkes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 319-1339 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kotkes accept in Miami, FL?

    Dr. Kotkes in Miami, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Kotkes' office located?

    Dr. Herschel Kotkes' Primary Practice

    85 Grand Canal Dr Ste 102

    Miami, FL 33144

    (212) 319-1339

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

    Dr. Kotkes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427050970.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kotkes?

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

    What is Dr. Herschel Kotkes's specialty?

    Dr. Kotkes is a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Miami, FL.

    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. Herschel Kotkes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Kotkes 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

    When to see an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Herschel Kotkes accepting new patients in Miami, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Herschel Kotkes is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Herschel Kotkes offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kotkes's office at (212) 319-1339 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Herschel Kotkes?

    Please contact Dr. Kotkes's office at (212) 319-1339 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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