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Dr. Arnold Parenteau, MD

Ames, IA

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    Who is Dr. Parenteau, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Ames, IA?

    Dr. Arnold Parenteau, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Ames, IA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Parenteau graduated from UNIVERSITY OF WI SCH OF MED & PUBLIC HLTH and completed his residency at Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Pain Management; Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Anesthesiology; Lutheran Hosp-La Crosse, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Parenteau is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Parenteau’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Parenteau’s office at (515) 239-2011.

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

    • Residency: Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Pain Management; Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Anesthesiology; Lutheran Hosp-La Crosse, Flexible Or Transitional Year | University Iowa

    • Medical School: University of Wi Med Sch, Madison Wi | UNIVERSITY OF WI SCH OF MED & PUBLIC HLTH

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

    Yes, Dr. Arnold Parenteau, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Parenteau speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Parenteau treat?

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

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Pain
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Myalgia
    • Muscle Ache
    • Muscle Soreness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7918: Myalgia, other site

    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:

    • Tailbone Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Coccyx Disorder
    • Sacrococcygeal Pain
    • Tailbone Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M533: Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    What procedures does Dr. Parenteau perform?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Parenteau 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. Parenteau. 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
    • Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
    • Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Epidural Steroid Injection
    • Caudal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Pain Management 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)
    • 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:

    • Sacroiliac Joint Injection
    • Multiple Trigger Point Injections
    • SI joint injection
    • Sacroiliac steroid injection
    • Image-guided SI joint injection
    • Sacroiliac joint block
    • Trigger Point Release Injections
    • Muscle Pain Injections
    • Myofascial Pain Injections

    CPT Codes:

    • 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
    • 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles

    Also known as:

    • Trigger Point Injection
    • Muscle Pain Injection
    • Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
    • Trigger Point Release Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 20552: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 1 or 2 muscle(s)

    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. Parenteau accept my insurance?

    Dr. Parenteau accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 239-2011 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Parenteau accept in Ames, IA?

    Dr. Parenteau in Ames, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Medicare

    • MedImpact

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield

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    Where is Dr. Parenteau's office located?

    Dr. Arnold Parenteau's Primary Practice

    1111 Duff Ave

    Ames, IA 50010

    (515) 239-2011

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    Dr. Arnold Parenteau's Practice 2

    421 E Merle Hibbs Blvd

    Marshalltown, IA 50158

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    Dr. Arnold Parenteau's Practice 3

    230 S 6th St

    Nevada, IA 50201

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

    Dr. Parenteau's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518948793.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Parenteau?

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

    What is Dr. Arnold Parenteau's specialty?

    Dr. Parenteau is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Ames, IA. 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. Parenteau to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Arnold Parenteau affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Parenteau 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 - Anesthesiologist?

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    Is Arnold Parenteau accepting new patients in Ames, IA?

    Yes, Dr. Arnold Parenteau is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Arnold Parenteau offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Parenteau's office at (515) 239-2011 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Arnold Parenteau?

    Please contact Dr. Parenteau's office at (515) 239-2011 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Arnold Parenteau have?

    Dr. Arnold Parenteau is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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