Who is Dr. Malik, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Cartersville, GA?
Dr. Hammad Malik, MD is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Cartersville, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Malik completed his residency at University of Kentucky Medical Center. He is a member of the American Society of Interventional Pain Physicians, American Society of Anesthesiologists, American Society of Regional Anesthesia & Pain, Kentucky Society of Anesthesiologists, Ohio Society of Anesthesiologists, Cincinnati Pain Society, and American Society of Critical Care Medicine.
Dr. Malik is fluent in English, Arabic, Hindi, Panjabi, Punjabi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Malik’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Malik’s office at (859) 353-5907.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Malik?
Dr. Hammad Malik, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array
of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Malik empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Interventional Pain Management, or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the Cartersville/GA community, Dr. Malik is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Malik go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University Of Cincinnati Medical Center
Residency: University of Kentucky Medical Center
Medical School: Allama Iqbal Med Coll- Univ Of Punjab- Lahore- Pakistan
Is Dr. Malik board certified as an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Hammad Malik, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Malik speak?
Dr. Malik and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
Hindi
Panjabi
Punjabi
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Malik treat?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Malik 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. Malik. 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
Pinched Nerve in Neck
Back Pain
Peripheral Nerve Disorder
Neck Injuries and Disorder
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lower Back Nerve Compression
Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
Cervical Radiculopathy
Neck Nerve Compression
Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
Drug level testing
Medication monitoring
Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
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:
Other Chronic Pain Condition
Chronic pain syndrome
Chronic Pain
Various chronic pain
Unspecified long-term pain
Persistent pain disorders
Persistent pain syndrome
Long-term pain condition
Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
G8929: Other chronic pain
G894: Chronic pain syndrome
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:
Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
Pain Relievers
Chronic opioid therapy
Ongoing narcotic pain medication
Opioid analgesic use
ICD-10 Codes:
Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic
What procedures does Dr. Malik perform?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Malik 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. Malik. 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
Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
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)
TFESI (Lumbar)
Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
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
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)
Also known as:
Sacroiliac Joint Injection
Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
Guided Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection (Additional Levels)
Spinal Nerve Block Injection
Multiple Trigger Point Injections
Intercostal Nerve Block
SI joint injection
Sacroiliac steroid injection
Image-guided SI joint injection
Sacroiliac joint 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
Lower Back Facet Joint Injection
Sacral Facet Nerve Block
Paravertebral Facet Injection (Lumbar/Sacral)
Cervical Epidural Injection
Thoracic Epidural Injection
Nerve Root Block
Trigger Point Release Injections
Muscle Pain Injections
Myofascial Pain Injections
Rib nerve injection
Chest wall nerve block
Intercostal pain injection
CPT Codes:
27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
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
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)
64479: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic, single level
20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles
64420: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; intercostal nerve, single level
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:
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:
Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
Cervical Facet Injection
Thoracic Facet Injection
Zygapophyseal Joint Injection
Spinal Joint Injection
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)
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:
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:
Spinal Cord Stimulator Implant
Epidural neurostimulator placement
Percutaneous spinal stimulator
SCS implant
CPT Codes:
63650: Percutaneous implantation of neurostimulator electrode array, epidural
64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
64421: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; intercostal nerve, each additional level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
Cervical or Thoracic Transforaminal Epidural Injection with Imaging
Transforaminal epidural steroid injection (TFESI)
Cervical nerve root block
Thoracic nerve block with fluoroscopy
CPT Codes:
64480: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic, each additional level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
Spinal Cord Stimulator Insertion
Spinal Neurostimulator Placement
SCS Implantation
Back Pain Stimulator Surgery
CPT Codes:
63685: Insertion or replacement of spinal neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver, requiring pocket creation and connection between electrode array and pulse generator or receiver
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:
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:
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:
Psychological Testing (First 30 Minutes)
Neuropsychological Testing
Mental Health Assessment
Cognitive Function Test
CPT Codes:
96136: Psychological or neuropsychological test administration and scoring by physician or other qualified health care professional, two or more tests, any method; first 30 minutes
Does Dr. Malik accept my insurance?
Dr. Malik accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (859) 353-5907 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Malik accept in Cartersville, GA?
Dr. Malik in Cartersville, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
98% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
98% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
81% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
98% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Hammad Malik an Excellent
overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Malik has been rated and reviewed by 80 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Malik, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
American Society of Interventional Pain Physicians
Professional Member
American Society of Anesthesiologists
Professional Member
American Society of Regional Anesthesia & Pain
Professional Member
Kentucky Society of Anesthesiologists
Professional Member
Ohio Society of Anesthesiologists
Professional Member
Cincinnati Pain Society
Professional Member
American Society of Critical Care Medicine
Professional Member
Awards
Best Clinical Teacher/Anesthesiologist Of The Year Award
Department of Anesthesia University Of Cincinnati Medical Center
What is Dr. Malik's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Malik's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629063904.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Malik?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Malik
What is Dr. Hammad Malik's specialty?
Dr. Malik is a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Cartersville, GA.
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. Contact Dr. Malik to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Hammad Malik affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Malik is affiliated with Piedmont Atlanta 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.
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Is Hammad Malik accepting new patients in Cartersville, GA?
Yes, Dr. Hammad Malik is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hammad Malik offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Malik's office at (859) 353-5907 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hammad Malik?
Please contact Dr. Malik's office at (859) 353-5907 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Hammad Malik have?
Dr. Hammad Malik is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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