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Dr. Robert Lansden, MD

Vestavia Hills, AL

33 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lansden, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Vestavia Hills, AL?

    Dr. Robert Lansden, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Vestavia Hills, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Lansden graduated from University of South Alabama College of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Al Hosp, Anesthesiology; Carraway Methodist Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Lansden is fluent in English, Slovak, and Turkish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lansden’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lansden’s office at (205) 682-6056.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Al Hosp, Anesthesiology; Carraway Methodist Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | University of Alabama Hospital Program

    • Medical School: University of South Al Coll of Med, Mobile Al | University of South Alabama College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Lansden board certified in Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Lansden, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Lansden speak?

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

    • English

    • Slovak

    • Turkish

    What conditions does Dr. Lansden treat?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Lansden 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. Lansden. 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
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical 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:

    • 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 Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylotic Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Arthritis with Nerve Pain
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4726: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbar region

    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:

    • Neck Disc Disorder at C6-C7 with Pinched Nerve
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • C6-C7 Radiculopathy
    • Pinched Nerve at C6-C7
    • C6-C7 Disc Disease with Nerve Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M50123: Cervical disc disorder at C6-C7 level with radiculopathy

    What procedures does Dr. Lansden perform?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Lansden 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. Lansden. 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 or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
    • Epidural Steroid Injection
    • Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
    • Caudal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Pain Management Injection
    • Cervical Epidural Injection
    • Thoracic Epidural Injection
    • Pain Relief Spinal Injection
    • TFESI (Lumbar)
    • Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
    • Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
    • Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
    • Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Paravertebral Facet Injection
    • Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)

    CPT Codes:

    • 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)
    • 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)
    • 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
    • 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:

    • Greater Occipital Nerve Block
    • Occipital Nerve Injection
    • Headache Nerve Block
    • Steroid Injection for Occipital Neuralgia

    CPT Codes:

    • 64405: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; greater occipital nerve

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Facet joint block
    • Zygapophyseal joint injection
    • Lower back facet injection
    • Sacral facet injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 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)

    Does Dr. Lansden accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lansden accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 682-6056 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lansden accept in Vestavia Hills, AL?

    Dr. Lansden in Vestavia Hills, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Humana

    • Lowes

    • Medicare

    • State of Alabama

    • United Mine Workers of America

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Viva Health

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    Where is Dr. Lansden's office located?

    Dr. Robert Lansden's Primary Practice

    1021 Montgomery Hwy Ste 204

    Vestavia Hills, AL 35216

    (205) 682-6056

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    Dr. Robert Lansden's Practice 2

    1201 11th Ave S Ste 410

    Birmingham, AL 35205

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    Dr. Robert Lansden's Practice 3

    513 Brookwood Blvd Ste 101

    Homewood, AL 35209

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

    Dr. Lansden's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770561144.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lansden?

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

    What is Dr. Robert Lansden's specialty?

    Dr. Lansden is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Vestavia Hills, AL. In both hospital and outpatient settings, an anesthesiologist offers patients with acute, chronic, and/or cancer pain a high standard of care by serving as their primary care physician or consultant. Moreover, the anesthesiologist collaborates with other specialists to coordinate the needs of patient care. Contact Dr. Lansden to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Robert Lansden affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lansden is affiliated with UAB Hospital 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 - Anesthesiologist?

    Explore Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Robert Lansden accepting new patients in Vestavia Hills, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Lansden is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Robert Lansden offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lansden's office at (205) 682-6056 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Robert Lansden?

    Please contact Dr. Lansden's office at (205) 682-6056 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Lansden have?

    Dr. Robert Lansden is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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