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Dr. Luis Escobar, MD

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Dr. Luis Escobar, MD

Hollywood, FL

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Telehealth

    Who is Dr. Escobar, Pain Medicine Specialist in Hollywood, FL?

    Dr. Luis Escobar, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Hollywood, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Escobar completed his residency at Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center. He is a member of the American Academy of Pain Medicine, American Society of Interventional Pain Physicians, Florida Society of Interventional Pain Physicians, Florida Academy of Pain Medicine, American Academy of Pain Management, and American Board of Pain Medicine. Dr. Escobar is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Escobar’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Escobar’s office at (954) 322-8586.

    Where did Dr. Escobar go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center

    • Medical School: Autonomous University of Guadalajara

    Is Dr. Escobar board certified in Pain Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Luis Escobar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Escobar speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Escobar treat?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Escobar 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. Escobar. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
    • M5459: Other low back pain

    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:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee
    • M25562: Pain in left knee

    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 Nerve Root Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
    • Sciatica

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral 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:

    • Right Shoulder Pain
    • Left Shoulder Pain
    • Pain
    • Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
    • Sore Right Shoulder
    • Right Shoulder Ache
    • Right Shoulder Discomfort
    • Sore Left Shoulder
    • Left Shoulder Ache
    • Left Shoulder Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25511: Pain in right shoulder
    • M25512: Pain in left shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbosacral Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47817: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbosacral region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
    • Worn Lumbar Discs
    • Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

    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:

    • 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:

    • Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
    • Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Which procedures does Dr. Escobar perform as a Pain Medicine Specialist?

    Does Dr. Escobar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Escobar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (954) 322-8586 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Escobar accept in Hollywood, FL?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Florida Blue / Guidewell

    • Geico

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • United American Healthcare Corp (UAHC)

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Escobar's office located?

    Dr. Luis Escobar also offers virtual visits

    Dr. Luis Escobar's Primary Practice

    4350 Sheridan St Ste 102

    Hollywood, FL 33021

    (954) 322-8586

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    Dr. Luis Escobar's Practice 2

    1 SW 129th Ave Ste 401

    Pembroke Pines, FL 33027

    (954) 322-8586

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    Dr. Luis Escobar's Practice 3

    660 Glades Rd Ste 460

    Boca Raton, FL 33431

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Luis Escobar?

    Dr. Escobar has appointments available at his Hollywood, FL office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.

    Ratings & Reviews

    Rating Star

    5.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 40 reviews

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    Office Experience

    97% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    Attentiveness

    98% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly

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    Wait Times

    70% of patients were satisfied with the wait time

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    Appointment Booking

    97% of patients found it easy to book an appointment

    Patients give Dr. Luis Escobar an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Escobar has been rated and reviewed by 40 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Escobar, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American Academy of Pain Medicine

    Professional Member

    American Society of Interventional Pain Physicians

    Professional Member

    Florida Society of Interventional Pain Physicians

    Professional Member

    Florida Academy of Pain Medicine

    Professional Member

    American Academy of Pain Management

    Professional Member

    American Board of Pain Medicine

    Board Certified

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

    Dr. Escobar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831185602.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Escobar?

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

    What is Dr. Luis Escobar's specialty?

    Dr. Escobar is a Pain Medicine Specialist near Hollywood, FL. Pain medicine is a primary medical specialty centered on a distinct body of knowledge and a defined clinical scope, grounded in science, research, and education. This type of medicine focuses on the study, prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of individuals experiencing pain. A comprehensive evaluation considers physical, psychological, cognitive, and socio-cultural factors contributing to pain. Treatment options include pharmacological, invasive, behavioral, cognitive, rehabilitative and complementary strategies, based on the patient's specific needs. Pain medicine physicians serves as primary care providers for the management of pain or can also act as consultants to other physicians, direct an interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary treatment team, conduct research, or advocate for the patient's pain care with public and private agencies. These physicians work in various settings, including offices, clinics, hospitals, universities, and governmental or public institutions. Contact Dr. Escobar to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Luis Escobar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Escobar 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

    Where can I learn more about Pain Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Pain Medicine Specialist with 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 Luis Escobar accepting new patients in Hollywood, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Luis Escobar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Luis Escobar offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Escobar, or call (954) 322-8586 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Luis Escobar?

    Yes, Dr. Escobar offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Escobar, or call (954) 322-8586 for more information.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Luis Escobar have?

    Dr. Luis Escobar is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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