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37 Years of Experience
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chowdhari, Pain Medicine Specialist in Tampa, FL?
Dr. Shaukat Chowdhari, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Tampa, FL. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Chowdhari graduated from Karachi Medical and Dental College and completed his residency at Univ Of S Fl Coll Of Med, Pain Management; Nassau Co Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Anesthesiology. Dr. Chowdhari is fluent in English, Hindi, Spanish, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chowdhari’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chowdhari’s office at (813) 977-2222.
Where did Dr. Chowdhari go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of S Fl Coll Of Med, Pain Management; Nassau Co Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Anesthesiology
Medical School: Dow Med College University Of Karachi Pakistan | Karachi Medical and Dental College
Is Dr. Chowdhari board certified in Pain Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Shaukat Chowdhari, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Chowdhari speak?
Dr. Chowdhari and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Spanish
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Chowdhari treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Chowdhari 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. Chowdhari. 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:
- 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:
- Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
- Pain Relievers
- Chronic opioid therapy
- Ongoing narcotic pain medication
- Opioid analgesic use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Chronic Low Back Pain
- Backache
- Dorsalgia
- Spinal Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5459: Other low back pain
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
- 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:
- Neck Spondylosis
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Mid-Back Spondylosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
- Thoracic Spondylosis
- Mid-Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Thoracic Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M47814: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, thoracic region
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Muscle Pain
- Muscle Disorder
- Myalgia
- Muscle Ache
- Muscle Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7918: Myalgia, other site
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Left Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
- Sore Left Shoulder
- Left Shoulder Ache
- Left Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
- M25512: Pain in left shoulder
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Pain in Left Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
- M25562: Pain in left knee
Also known as:
- Right Hip Pain
- Left Hip Pain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Hip
- Right Hip Ache
- Right Hip Discomfort
- Sore Left Hip
- Left Hip Ache
- Left Hip Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25551: Pain in right hip
- M25552: Pain in left hip
Also known as:
- Spondylolysis of the Lower Back and Pelvis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbosacral Pars Defect
- Lower Spine Stress Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4307: Spondylolysis, lumbosacral region
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:
- Sciatica (Left Side)
- Sciatica
- Left Sciatic Nerve Pain
- Left Leg Nerve Pain
- Left Lumbar Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5432: Sciatica, left side
Which procedures does Dr. Chowdhari perform as a Pain Medicine Specialist?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Shaukat Chowdhari may include:
- Anti-Pain Stimulator Implantation
- Discogram
- Electromyograph (EMG)
- Epidural Injection
- Nerve Block
- Ozone Prolotherapy
- Pain Management Consultation
- Pain Medicine Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Chowdhari's office.
Does Dr. Chowdhari accept my insurance?
Dr. Chowdhari accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (813) 977-2222 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chowdhari accept in Tampa, FL?
Dr. Chowdhari in Tampa, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Boon Administrative Services
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Humana
Medicare
Molina
Oscar Health Insurance Co
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Chowdhari's office located?
What is Dr. Chowdhari's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chowdhari's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336123553.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chowdhari?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chowdhari
What is Dr. Shaukat Chowdhari's specialty?
Dr. Chowdhari is a Pain Medicine Specialist near Tampa, FL. 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. Contact Dr. Chowdhari to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Shaukat Chowdhari affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chowdhari is affiliated with AdventHealth Carrollwood 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
Where can I learn more about Pain Medicine Specialist?
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Is Shaukat Chowdhari accepting new patients in Tampa, FL?
Yes, Dr. Shaukat Chowdhari is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shaukat Chowdhari offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chowdhari's office at (813) 977-2222 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shaukat Chowdhari?
Please contact Dr. Chowdhari's office at (813) 977-2222 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Shaukat Chowdhari have?
Dr. Shaukat Chowdhari is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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