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    Who is Dr. Marsella, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Montgomery, AL?

    Dr. John Marsella, MD is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Montgomery, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Marsella is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Marsella’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Marsella’s office at (334) 288-7808.

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

      Is Dr. Marsella board certified as an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?

      Yes, Dr. John Marsella, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

      What languages does Dr. Marsella speak?

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

      • English

      What conditions does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Marsella typically treat?

      As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Marsella 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. Marsella. 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 here.

      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 Spondylosis
      • Neck Spondylosis
      • Spine Injuries and Disorder
      • Neck Injuries and Disorder
      • Lumbar Spondylosis
      • Lower Back Arthritis
      • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
      • Cervical Spondylosis
      • Neck Arthritis
      • Degenerative Neck Disease

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
      • M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region

      What procedures does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Marsella typically perform?

      As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Marsella 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. Marsella. 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 here.

      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:

      • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
      • Transforaminal Epidural Injection
      • Spinal Nerve Block
      • Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance

      CPT Codes:

      • 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)

      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:

      • 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)

      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. Marsella accept my insurance?

      Dr. Marsella accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (334) 288-7808 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

      What insurance plans does Dr. Marsella accept in Montgomery, AL?

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

      Top Insurances

      • All Other Third Party

      • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama

      • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

      • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

      • Federal government of the United States

      • Humana

      • Medicare

      • State of Alabama

      • UnitedHealth Group

      • Unknown

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      Where is Dr. Marsella's office located?

      Dr. John Marsella's Primary Practice

      488 Saint Lukes Dr

      Montgomery, AL 36117

      (334) 288-7808

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      Dr. John Marsella's Practice 2

      4300 W Main St Ste 405

      Dothan, AL 36305

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      Dr. John Marsella's Practice 3

      208 Haven Dr

      Dothan, AL 36301

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

      Dr. Marsella's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326027236.

      What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Marsella?

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

      What is Dr. John Marsella's specialty?

      Dr. Marsella is a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Montgomery, AL.

      What does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist do?

      Interventional pain medicine focuses on diagnosing and treating pain and related disorders using interventional techniques. It is primarily aimed at managing subacute, chronic, persistent, and intractable pain, either as a standalone treatment or in combination with other therapeutic approaches.

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

      No, Marsella is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Lifebrite Community Hospital Of Early. 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 an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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      Is John Marsella accepting new patients in Montgomery, AL?

      Yes, Dr. John Marsella is accepting new patients at this time.

      Does Dr. John Marsella offer online booking?

      Please contact Dr. Marsella's office at (334) 288-7808 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

      How can I make an appointment with John Marsella?

      Please contact Dr. Marsella's office at (334) 288-7808 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

      Which board certifications does Dr. John Marsella have?

      Dr. John Marsella is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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