EverydayHealthLogo
KH

Dr. Kirk Harum, MD

New Bern, NC

32 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Harum, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in New Bern, NC?

    Dr. Kirk Harum, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in New Bern, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Harum graduated from University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine and completed his residency at Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Anesthesiology. Dr. Harum is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Harum’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Harum’s office at (252) 636-0300.

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

    • Residency: Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Anesthesiology | University Miami/Jackson Meml Hospital | University of Miami Miller School of Medicine/Holy Cross Hospital Program

    • Medical School: University of Miami Sch of Med, Miami Fl | University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Harum board certified in Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Kirk Harum, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Harum speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Harum treat?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Harum 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. Harum. 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:

    • Other Chronic Pain Condition
    • Chronic Pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8929: Other chronic pain

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination

    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:

    • Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
    • Back Pain
    • SI Joint Inflammation
    • Sacroiliac Dysfunction
    • Inflamed SI Joint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified

    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

    What procedures does Dr. Harum perform?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Harum 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. Harum. 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
    • Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
    • Epidural Steroid Injection
    • Caudal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Pain Management Injection
    • TFESI (Lumbar)
    • Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
    • Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
    • 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)
    • 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
    • 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:

    • Sacroiliac Joint Injection
    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
    • 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

    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)

    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:

    • Heat Treatment for Back Pain Nerve (Basivertebral Nerve)
    • Basivertebral nerve ablation
    • Intraosseous nerve destruction
    • Radiofrequency ablation for back pain
    • Vertebral nerve thermal destruction

    CPT Codes:

    • 64628: Thermal destruction of intraosseous basivertebral nerve, including all imaging guidance; first 2 vertebral bodies, lumbar or sacral

    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

    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:

    • Nerve Burning for Back Pain (Additional Vertebra)
    • Basivertebral Nerve Ablation
    • Lumbar Nerve Destruction
    • Sacral Nerve Destruction
    • Spinal Nerve Radiofrequency Ablation

    CPT Codes:

    • 64629: Thermal destruction of intraosseous basivertebral nerve, including all imaging guidance; each additional vertebral body, lumbar or sacral (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Does Dr. Harum accept my insurance?

    Dr. Harum accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (252) 636-0300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Harum accept in New Bern, NC?

    Dr. Harum in New Bern, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Oregon

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

    View All Insurances

    Where is Dr. Harum's office located?

    Dr. Kirk Harum's Primary Practice

    2111 Neuse Blvd Ste J

    New Bern, NC 28560

    (252) 636-0300

    Get Directions

    Dr. Kirk Harum's Practice 2

    1001 W Williams St Ste 103

    Apex, NC 27502

    Get Directions

    Dr. Kirk Harum's Practice 3

    2654 M L King Jr Blvd

    New Bern, NC 28562

    Get Directions

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

    Dr. Harum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013904614.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Harum?

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

    What is Dr. Kirk Harum's specialty?

    Dr. Harum is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near New Bern, NC. 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. Contact Dr. Harum to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kirk Harum affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Harum is affiliated with Carteret Health Care, CarolinaEast Medical Center 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

    Where can I learn more about Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?

    Explore Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist 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 Kirk Harum accepting new patients in New Bern, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Kirk Harum is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kirk Harum offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Harum's office at (252) 636-0300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kirk Harum?

    Please contact Dr. Harum's office at (252) 636-0300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kirk Harum have?

    Dr. Kirk Harum is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

    Other Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist Near New Bern, NC

    Dr. Zachary Kitchen, MD

    Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist

    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    New Bern, NC
    BH

    Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist

    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    New Bern, NC
    FM

    Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist

    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    Jacksonville, NC
    See All Specialists

    Doctors by Category

    Specialists