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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. 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 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 as a 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 a Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chowdhari typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5459: Other low back pain
- M5450: Low back pain, 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
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chowdhari typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Chowdhari 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- Sacroiliac Joint Injection
- Guided Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
- SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac steroid injection
- Image-guided SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac joint block
- Paravertebral Facet Joint Injection
- Cervical Facet Injection
- Thoracic Facet Injection
- Zygapophyseal Joint Injection
CPT Codes:
- 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
- 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:
- 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:
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
CPT Codes:
- 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
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)
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
All Other Third Party
Boon Administrative Services
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
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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.
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 this Dr. Shaukat Chowdhari affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Chowdhari is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: AdventHealth Carrollwood. 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 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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