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Dr. Richard Lennertz, MD
West Allis, WI
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lennertz, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in West Allis, WI?
Dr. Richard Lennertz, MD is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in West Allis, WI with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Lennertz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lennertz’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lennertz’s office at (414) 291-1000.
Is Dr. Lennertz board certified as an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Lennertz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Lennertz speak?
Dr. Lennertz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Lennertz treat?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lennertz 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. Lennertz. 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
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
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 Disc Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Worn Lumbar Discs
- Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Displacement
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back
- Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
- Lumbar Disc Protrusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar 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:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
What procedures does Dr. Lennertz perform?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lennertz 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. Lennertz. 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 Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
- Cervical Epidural Injection
- Thoracic Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- 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
- 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:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
- Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64484: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, each additional 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:
- 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)
Does Dr. Lennertz accept my insurance?
Dr. Lennertz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (414) 291-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lennertz accept in West Allis, WI?
Dr. Lennertz in West Allis, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lennertz's office located?
Dr. Richard Lennertz's Primary Practice
8901 W Lincoln Ave
West Allis, WI 53227
(414) 291-1000
What is Dr. Lennertz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lennertz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013991520.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lennertz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lennertz
What is Dr. Richard Lennertz's specialty?
Dr. Lennertz is a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near West Allis, WI. 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. Contact Dr. Lennertz to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Richard Lennertz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lennertz is affiliated with Aurora West Allis Medical Center, Froedtert Hospital, ProHealth Waukesha Memorial 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
Where can I learn more about Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?
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Is Richard Lennertz accepting new patients in West Allis, WI?
Yes, Dr. Richard Lennertz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Lennertz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lennertz's office at (414) 291-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Lennertz?
Please contact Dr. Lennertz's office at (414) 291-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Lennertz have?
Dr. Richard Lennertz is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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