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Dr. George Girardi, MD

Dr. George Girardi, MD

Fort Collins, CO

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    Who is Dr. Girardi, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Fort Collins, CO?

    Dr. George Girardi, MD is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Fort Collins, CO with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Girardi graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Chicago Hosps, Anesthesiology; Advocate Lutheran Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Girardi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Girardi’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Girardi’s office.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Chicago Hosps, Anesthesiology; Advocate Lutheran Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine | Luth Genl Hospital | University of Chicago Program

    • Medical School: University Of Il Coll Of Med- Chicago Il | University of Illinois College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Girardi board certified as an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. George Girardi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Girardi speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Girardi typically treat?

    As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Girardi 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. Girardi. 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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5117: Intervertebral disc disorders with 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

    What procedures does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Girardi typically perform?

    As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Girardi 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. Girardi. 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 Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
    • Epidural Steroid 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)
    • Caudal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Pain Management Injection
    • Cervical Epidural Injection
    • Thoracic Epidural Injection
    • Pain Relief Spinal Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 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
    • 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)

    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:

    • Lumbar/Sacral Facet Joint Nerve Destruction (Additional)
    • Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
    • Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Spine
    • Lumbar Facet Denervation

    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)

    Also known as:

    • Guided Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
    • Paravertebral Facet Joint Injection
    • Cervical Facet Injection
    • Thoracic Facet Injection
    • Zygapophyseal Joint Injection

    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

    Does Dr. Girardi accept my insurance?

    Dr. Girardi 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. Girardi accept in Fort Collins, CO?

    Dr. Girardi in Fort Collins, CO 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

    • Intermountain Health

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Girardi's office located?

    Uchealth Paint Managemt Clin Ft Collins

    3744 S Timberline Rd Ste 102

    Fort Collins, CO 80525

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    Dr. George Girardi's Practice 2

    1605 Foxtrail Dr Unit 100

    Loveland, CO 80538

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

    Dr. Girardi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346238136.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Girardi?

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

    What is Dr. George Girardi's specialty?

    Dr. Girardi is a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Fort Collins, CO.

    What does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

    Is this Dr. George Girardi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Girardi is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Banner Fort Collins Medical Center, Uchealth Poudre Valley Hospital, Uchealth Medical Center Of The Rockies, Uchealth Longs Peak 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

    When to see an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 George Girardi accepting new patients in Fort Collins, CO?

    Yes, Dr. George Girardi is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. George Girardi offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Girardi's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with George Girardi?

    Please contact Dr. Girardi's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. George Girardi have?

    Dr. George Girardi is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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