Dr. John Serpa, MD
Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist
,Pain Medicine Specialist
,Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist
,Anesthesiologist
Hialeah, FL
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Serpa, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Hialeah, FL?
Dr. John Serpa, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Hialeah, FL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Serpa graduated from Universidad Central Del Este, Facultad De Medicina and completed his residency at St Josephs Hosp Hlth Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Serpa is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Serpa’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Serpa’s office at (305) 698-9077.
Where did Dr. Serpa go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Josephs Hosp Hlth Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Jackson Memorial Hospital/ Anesthesiology | Jackson Memorial Hospital/Jackson Health System Program
Medical School: University Central Del Este (Uce)- Esc De Med- San Pedro De MacOris | Universidad Central Del Este, Facultad De Medicina
Is Dr. Serpa board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. John Serpa, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Serpa speak?
Dr. Serpa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Serpa typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Serpa 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. Serpa. 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:
- Lower Back Muscle Strain
- Sprains and Strains
- Pulled lower back muscle
- Lumbar muscle strain
- Back tendon strain
- Back fascia strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S39012D: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon of lower back, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Joint Degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Serpa typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Serpa 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. Serpa. 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
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
- 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)
- 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 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. Serpa accept my insurance?
Dr. Serpa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 698-9077 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Serpa accept in Hialeah, FL?
Dr. Serpa in Hialeah, 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
Cigna Group
Doctors Healthcare Plans
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Integrated Home Care Services
Medicare
Oscar Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Serpa's office located?
Dr. John Serpa's Primary Practice
1800 W 68th St Ste 115
Hialeah, FL 33014
(305) 698-9077
What is Dr. Serpa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Serpa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407836232.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Serpa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Serpa
What is Dr. John Serpa's specialty?
Dr. Serpa is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Hialeah, FL.
What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. John Serpa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Serpa is affiliated with Palmetto General Hospital, Memorial Hospital West 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
When to see a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is John Serpa accepting new patients in Hialeah, FL?
Yes, Dr. John Serpa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Serpa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Serpa's office at (305) 698-9077 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Serpa?
Please contact Dr. Serpa's office at (305) 698-9077 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Serpa have?
Dr. John Serpa is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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