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Dr. Jan Slomba, MD

Pain Medicine Specialist, Anesthesiologist

Brooklyn, NY

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Slomba, Pain Medicine Specialist in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Jan Slomba, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 29 years. Dr. Slomba completed his residency at Rhode Island Hosp-Lifespan, General Surgery. Dr. Slomba is fluent in English and Polish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Slomba’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Slomba’s office at (718) 759-0108.

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

    • Residency: Rhode Island Hosp-Lifespan, General Surgery | Rhode Island Hospital Lifespan

    • Medical School: Akademia Med- Lublin- Poland

    What languages does Dr. Slomba speak?

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

    • English
    • Polish

    What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Slomba typically treat?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Slomba 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. Slomba. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7918: Myalgia, other site

    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:

    • Back Pain
    • Backache
    • Dorsalgia
    • Spinal Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified

    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:

    • Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
    • Sciatica

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral 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:

    • 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 like Dr. Slomba typically perform?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Slomba 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. Slomba. 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:

    • Multiple Trigger Point Injections
    • Sacroiliac Joint Injection
    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
    • Guided Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
    • Trigger Point Release Injections
    • Muscle Pain Injections
    • Myofascial Pain Injections
    • SI joint injection
    • Sacroiliac steroid injection
    • Image-guided SI joint injection
    • Sacroiliac joint block
    • Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance
    • Paravertebral Facet Joint Injection
    • Cervical Facet Injection
    • Thoracic Facet Injection
    • Zygapophyseal Joint Injection

    CPT Codes:

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

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • TFESI (Lumbar)
    • Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
    • Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging

    CPT Codes:

    • 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:

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

    CPT Codes:

    • 64491: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    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. Slomba accept my insurance?

    Dr. Slomba accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 759-0108 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Slomba accept in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Slomba in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • Spectrum

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Slomba's office located?

    Dr. Jan Slomba's Primary Practice

    355 Ovington Ave Ste 203

    Brooklyn, NY 11209

    (718) 759-0108

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    Dr. Jan Slomba's Practice 2

    14 Wall St Fl 20

    New York, NY 10005

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

    Dr. Slomba's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689658007.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Slomba?

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

    What is Dr. Jan Slomba's specialty?

    Dr. Slomba is a Pain Medicine Specialist near Brooklyn, NY.

    What does a Pain Medicine Specialist do?

    Pain medicine is a primary medical specialty centered on a distinct body of knowledge and a defined clinical scope, grounded in science, research, and education. This type of medicine focuses on the study, prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of individuals experiencing pain. A comprehensive evaluation considers physical, psychological, cognitive, and socio-cultural factors contributing to pain. Treatment options include pharmacological, invasive, behavioral, cognitive, rehabilitative and complementary strategies, based on the patient's specific needs. Pain medicine physicians serves as primary care providers for the management of pain or can also act as consultants to other physicians, direct an interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary treatment team, conduct research, or advocate for the patient's pain care with public and private agencies. These physicians work in various settings, including offices, clinics, hospitals, universities, and governmental or public institutions.

    Is Dr. Jan Slomba affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Slomba 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

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

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    Is Dr. Jan Slomba accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Jan Slomba is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jan Slomba offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Slomba's office at (718) 759-0108 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Jan Slomba?

    Please contact Dr. Slomba's office at (718) 759-0108 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Slomba's office located?

    Dr. Slomba's offices are located in Brooklyn, NY and New York, NY.