Dr. John Szajenko, MD

Midland, MI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Szajenko, Physiatrist in Midland, MI?

Dr. John Szajenko, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Midland, MI. He is board certified. Dr. Szajenko graduated from Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Wm Beaumont Hosp, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation. Dr. Szajenko is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Szajenko’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Szajenko’s office at (989) 631-9267.

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

Residency: Wm Beaumont Hosp, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation | Beaumont Hospital-Royal Oak Campus | LECOMT/United Memorial Medical Center Program
Medical School: Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine | Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine

Is Dr. Szajenko board certified as a Physiatrist?

Yes, Dr. John Szajenko, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

What languages does Dr. Szajenko speak?

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

English

What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Szajenko typically treat?

As a Physiatrist, Dr. Szajenko 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. Szajenko. 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 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:

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:

Numbness or Tingling
Neurologic Disease
Peripheral Nerve Disorder
Paresthesia
Skin Numbness
Tingling Sensation
Pins and Needles

ICD-10 Codes:

R202: Paresthesia of skin

Also known as:

Lower Back Pain with Sciatica (Right Side)
Back Pain
Sciatica
Right Sided Lumbago with Sciatica
Right Back Pain and Leg Nerve Pain
Right Sciatic Back Pain

ICD-10 Codes:

M5441: Lumbago with sciatica, right side

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

What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Szajenko typically perform?

As a Physiatrist, Dr. Szajenko 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. Szajenko. 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 Transforaminal Epidural Injection
Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
TFESI (Lumbar)
Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
Epidural Steroid Injection
Caudal Epidural Injection
Spinal Nerve Block
Pain Management 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
62323: 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, lumbar or sacral (caudal); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)

Also known as:

Botox Injections for Chronic Migraine
Chemodenervation for Migraine
Botulinum Toxin Injection for Migraine
Facial Nerve Block
Trigeminal Nerve Block

CPT Codes:

64615: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial, trigeminal, cervical spinal and accessory nerves, bilateral (eg, for chronic migraine)

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:

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

Also known as:

Trigger Point Injection
Muscle Pain Injection
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Trigger Point Release Injection

CPT Codes:

20552: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 1 or 2 muscle(s)

Also known as:

Multiple Trigger Point Injections
Trigger Point Release Injections
Muscle Pain Injections
Myofascial Pain Injections

CPT Codes:

20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles

Does Dr. Szajenko accept my insurance?

Dr. Szajenko accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (989) 631-9267 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Szajenko accept in Midland, MI?

Dr. Szajenko in Midland, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Henry Ford Health System
Humana
Medicare
Other TPA
Spectrum / Priority Health
State of Michigan
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Szajenko's office located?

Dr. John Szajenko's Primary Practice

555 W Wackerly St Ste 3825

Midland, MI 48640

(989) 631-9267

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What hospitals are Dr. Szajenko affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Szajenko has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Mymichigan Medical Center Midland,Midland, MI

Ranked in 2 Specialties

Ranked in 2 Procedures

Mymichigan Medical Center Saginaw,Saginaw, MI

Ranked Colon Surgery

Mymichigan Medical Center West Branch,West Branch, MI

Ranked General Surgery

Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery

Mymichigan Medical Center Clare,Clare, MI

Mymichigan Medical Center Gladwin,Gladwin, MI

Mymichigan Medical Center Alma,Alma, MI

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

Dr. Szajenko's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881670362.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Szajenko?

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

What is Dr. John Szajenko's specialty?

Dr. Szajenko is a Physiatrist near Midland, MI.

What does a Physiatrist do?

Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

Is Dr. John Szajenko affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Szajenko is affiliated with Mymichigan Medical Center Midland, Mymichigan Medical Center Saginaw, Mymichigan Medical Center West Branch 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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