
Dr. Butchaiah Garlapati, MD
Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist
,Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist
,Anesthesiologist
North Little Rock, AR
37 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Garlapati, Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist in North Little Rock, AR?
Dr. Butchaiah Garlapati, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, who primarily practices in North Little Rock, AR with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 37 years. Dr. Garlapati graduated from University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Ar Coll Of Med, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Univ Of Ar Coll Of Med, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Garlapati is fluent in English, Hindi, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Garlapati’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Garlapati’s office.
Where did Dr. Garlapati go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Ar Coll Of Med, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Univ Of Ar Coll Of Med, Flexible Or Transitional Year | University Of Ar College Of Med | University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Affiliated Hospitals | University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Program
Medical School: Patliputra Med Coll, Ranchi University, Dhanbad, Bihar, India | University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Garlapati speak?
Dr. Garlapati and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Telugu
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist like Dr. Garlapati typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Garlapati 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. Garlapati. 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:
- Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Pain Relievers
- Chronic opioid therapy
- Ongoing narcotic pain medication
- Opioid analgesic use
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist like Dr. Garlapati typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Garlapati 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. Garlapati. 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
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- 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)
- 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)
- 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
Also known as:
- Lumbar/Sacral Facet Joint Nerve Destruction (Additional)
- Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
- Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Spine
- Lumbar Facet Denervation
- Facet joint block
- Zygapophyseal joint injection
- Lower back facet injection
- Sacral facet injection
CPT Codes:
- 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)
- 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:
- 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:
- Botox Injections for Chronic Migraine
- Chemodenervation for Migraine
- Botulinum Toxin Injection for Migraine
- Facial Nerve Block
- Trigeminal Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64615: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial, trigeminal, cervical spinal and accessory nerves, bilateral (eg, for chronic migraine)
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. Garlapati accept my insurance?
Dr. Garlapati accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Garlapati accept in North Little Rock, AR?
Dr. Garlapati in North Little Rock, AR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Humana
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Where is Dr. Garlapati's office located?
What is Dr. Garlapati's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Garlapati's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326035163.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Garlapati?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Garlapati
What is Dr. Butchaiah Garlapati's specialty?
Dr. Garlapati is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist near North Little Rock, AR.
What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist do?
A physiatrist specializing in Pain Medicine evaluates and treats patients with acute or chronic pain, including pain associated with cancer, in both hospital and outpatient settings. They also collaborate with other specialists to coordinate comprehensive care tailored to the patients needs.
Is this Dr. Butchaiah Garlapati affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Garlapati is affiliated with Baptist Health Medical Center-North Little Rock, Uams Medical Center, Unity Health - White County Medical Center, Chi St. Vincent Infirmary, Baptist Health Medical Center-Little Rock 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 Butchaiah Garlapati accepting new patients in North Little Rock, AR?
Yes, Dr. Butchaiah Garlapati is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Butchaiah Garlapati offer online booking?
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