Dr. Kenneth Joel, MD
Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist
,Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist
,Anesthesiologist
Atlanta, GA
35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Joel, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Kenneth Joel, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Joel graduated from Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University and completed his residency at Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Joel is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Joel’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Joel’s office at (770) 391-3979.
Where did Dr. Joel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Med College Of Ga Hospital and Cli | Vanderbilt University Medical Center Program
Medical School: Med Coll Of Ga Sch Of Med | Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University
Is Dr. Joel board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Kenneth Joel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Joel speak?
Dr. Joel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Joel typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Joel 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. Joel. 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.
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
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:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Neck Spondylosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Joel typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Joel 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. Joel. 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.
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
- Cervical Epidural Injection
- Thoracic Epidural Injection
- Pain Relief Spinal Injection
- 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)
- 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:
- 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:
- Guided Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
- Sacroiliac Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Joint Injection
- Cervical Facet Injection
- Thoracic Facet Injection
- Zygapophyseal Joint Injection
- SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac steroid injection
- Image-guided SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac joint block
CPT Codes:
- 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
- 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
Does Dr. Joel accept my insurance?
Dr. Joel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (770) 391-3979 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Joel accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Joel in Atlanta, GA 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)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Joel's office located?
Dr. Kenneth Joel's Primary Practice
550 Peachtree St NE Ste 1750
Atlanta, GA 30308
(770) 391-3979
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 2 reviews
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Appointment Booking
100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Diagnosis
100% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition
Patients give Dr. Kenneth Joel an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Joel has been rated and reviewed by 2 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Joel, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Joel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Joel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346236411.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Joel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Joel
What is Dr. Kenneth Joel's specialty?
Dr. Joel is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Atlanta, GA.
What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist do?
In both hospital and outpatient settings, an anesthesiologist offers patients with acute, chronic, and/or cancer pain a high standard of care by serving as their primary care physician or consultant. Moreover, the anesthesiologist collaborates with other specialists to coordinate the needs of patient care.
Is this Dr. Kenneth Joel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Joel is affiliated with Northside Hospital Atlanta, Northside Hospital Forsyth, Northside Hospital Cherokee, Northside Hospital Duluth, Wellstar Windy Hill, Piedmont Mountainside Hospital 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 Kenneth Joel accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Kenneth Joel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kenneth Joel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Joel's office at (770) 391-3979 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kenneth Joel?
Please contact Dr. Joel's office at (770) 391-3979 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kenneth Joel have?
Dr. Kenneth Joel is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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