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29 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Scherlis, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Huntsville, AL?
Dr. Morris Scherlis, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Huntsville, AL. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Scherlis graduated from University of Maryland School of Medicine and completed his residency at Texas Tech University (Amarillo) Health Sciences Center Program. Dr. Scherlis is fluent in English and Hungarian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Scherlis’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Scherlis’s office at (256) 265-7246.
Where did Dr. Scherlis go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Texas Tech University (Amarillo) Health Sciences Center Program
Medical School: University of Maryland School of Medicine
Is Dr. Scherlis board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Morris Scherlis, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Scherlis speak?
Dr. Scherlis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hungarian
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Scherlis typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Scherlis 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. Scherlis. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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 a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Scherlis typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Scherlis 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. Scherlis. 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
- 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:
- Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Lumbar/Sacral Facet Joint Nerve Destruction (Additional)
- Facet joint block
- Zygapophyseal joint injection
- Lower back facet injection
- Sacral facet injection
- Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
- Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Spine
- Lumbar Facet Denervation
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)
- 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:
- 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 or Sacral Facet Joint Injection (Additional Levels)
- Lower Back Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Nerve Block
- Paravertebral Facet Injection (Lumbar/Sacral)
CPT Codes:
- 64495: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; third and any additional level(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Scherlis accept my insurance?
Dr. Scherlis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 265-7246 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Scherlis accept in Huntsville, AL?
Dr. Scherlis in Huntsville, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Alabama
UnitedHealth Group
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Scherlis' office located?
Dr. Morris Scherlis' Primary Practice
201 Governors Dr SW Ste 400
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 265-7246
What is Dr. Scherlis's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Scherlis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851380984.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Scherlis?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Scherlis
What is Dr. Morris Scherlis's specialty?
Dr. Scherlis is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Huntsville, AL.
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. Morris Scherlis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Scherlis is affiliated with Huntsville Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Morris Scherlis accepting new patients in Huntsville, AL?
Yes, Dr. Morris Scherlis is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Morris Scherlis offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Scherlis's office at (256) 265-7246 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Morris Scherlis?
Please contact Dr. Scherlis's office at (256) 265-7246 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Morris Scherlis have?
Dr. Morris Scherlis is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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