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Dr. Andrew Kirsteins, MD
Greensboro, NC
32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kirsteins, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Greensboro, NC?
Dr. Andrew Kirsteins, MD is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Greensboro, NC with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Kirsteins graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine and completed his residency at Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; St Francis Hosp Of Evanston, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Kirsteins is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kirsteins’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kirsteins’s office at (363) 663-4900.
Where did Dr. Kirsteins go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; St Francis Hosp Of Evanston, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Rush-Presby-St Luke's Mc | Colorado Health Foundation Presbyterian-St Luke's Medical Center Program
Medical School: University Of Il Coll Of Med- Chicago Il | University of Illinois College of Medicine
Is Dr. Kirsteins board certified as an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Andrew Kirsteins, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
What languages does Dr. Kirsteins speak?
Dr. Kirsteins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kirsteins typically treat?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kirsteins 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. Kirsteins. 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:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
- I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Spastic Hemiplegia (Right Dominant Side)
- Spastic Hemiplegia
- Paralysis
- Right-sided spastic paralysis
- Right-sided stiff paralysis
- Spastic weakness on right dominant side
- Stiff paralysis on one side
- Spastic one-sided paralysis
- Hemiparesis with spasticity
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8111: Spastic hemiplegia affecting right dominant side
- G8110: Spastic hemiplegia affecting unspecified side
Also known as:
- Spasmodic Torticollis
- Dystonia
- Cervical Dystonia
- Wry Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- G243: Spasmodic torticollis
What procedures does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kirsteins typically perform?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kirsteins 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. Kirsteins. 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:
- Chemical Nerve Block for Multiple Muscles (Arm/Leg)
- Nerve Destruction for Pain
- Extremity Chemodenervation
- Muscle Spasticity Treatment (Chemical)
- Botox for Muscle Spasms (Multiple Muscles)
- Neurolytic nerve block
- Peripheral nerve ablation
- Nerve destruction procedure
CPT Codes:
- 64644: Chemodenervation of one extremity; 5 or more muscles
- 64640: Destruction by neurolytic agent; other peripheral nerve or branch
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakening Injection (Arm or Leg)
- Extremity Chemodenervation
- Spasticity Injection
- Botulinum Toxin Injection for Muscles
- Muscle Denervation
CPT Codes:
- 64642: Chemodenervation of one extremity; 1-4 muscle(s)
Also known as:
- Botox Injection for Neck Muscle Spasms
- Chemodenervation of neck muscles
- Botulinum toxin injection for cervical dystonia
- Neck spasm injection
CPT Codes:
- 64616: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); neck muscle(s), excluding muscles of the larynx, unilateral (eg, for cervical dystonia, spasmodic torticollis)
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Kirsteins accept my insurance?
Dr. Kirsteins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (363) 663-4900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kirsteins accept in Greensboro, NC?
Dr. Kirsteins in Greensboro, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Care N' Care Insurance Company
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kirsteins' office located?
Dr. Andrew Kirsteins' Primary Practice
1126 N Church St Ste 103
Greensboro, NC 27401
(363) 663-4900
What is Dr. Kirsteins's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kirsteins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053394254.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kirsteins?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kirsteins
What is Dr. Andrew Kirsteins's specialty?
Dr. Kirsteins is a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Greensboro, NC.
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. Andrew Kirsteins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kirsteins is affiliated with Moses H Cone Memorial Hospital, Firsthealth Moore Regional Hospital 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 Andrew Kirsteins accepting new patients in Greensboro, NC?
Yes, Dr. Andrew Kirsteins is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Andrew Kirsteins offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kirsteins's office at (363) 663-4900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Andrew Kirsteins?
Please contact Dr. Kirsteins's office at (363) 663-4900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Andrew Kirsteins have?
Dr. Andrew Kirsteins is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
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