Dr. Carlos Viesca, MD
Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist
,Anesthesiologist
,Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist
,Pain Medicine Specialist
El Paso, TX
26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Viesca, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in El Paso, TX?
Dr. Carlos Viesca, MD is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in El Paso, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Viesca graduated from Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas and completed his residency at Re Thomason/Ttuhsc. Dr. Viesca is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Viesca’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Viesca’s office at (915) 857-4130.
Where did Dr. Viesca go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Re Thomason/Ttuhsc | Texas Tech University (Amarillo) Health Sciences Center Program
Medical School: University Autonoma De Ciudad Juarez, Chihuahua | University Autonomade Civdail Juavez | Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas | Universidad AutÛnoma de Chihuahua Facultad de Medicina | King Fahad Medical City Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Viesca board certified in Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Carlos Viesca, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Viesca speak?
Dr. Viesca and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Viesca treat?
As a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Viesca 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. Viesca. 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:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
- G8929: Other chronic pain
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:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Neck Spondylosis
- Mid-Back 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
- Thoracic Spondylosis
- Mid-Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Thoracic Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
- M47814: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, thoracic region
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Joint Degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
Also known as:
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Disc Degeneration
- Lumbosacral Disc Degeneration
- Worn Spinal Discs
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5137: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Worn Lumbar Discs
- Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
- Mid-Back Nerve Root Pain
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
- Sciatica
- Pinched Nerve in Mid-Back
- Thoracic Radiculopathy
- Upper Back Nerve Compression
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
- M5414: Radiculopathy, thoracic region
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:
- Tailbone Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Coccyx Disorder
- Sacrococcygeal Pain
- Tailbone Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M533: Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Neck Disc Degeneration
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Neck
- Worn Neck Discs
- Cervical Spondylosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5030: Other cervical disc degeneration, unspecified cervical region
Which procedures does Dr. Viesca perform as a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?
As a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Carlos Viesca may include:
- Anti-Pain Stimulator Implantation
- Discogram
- Electromyograph (EMG)
- Epidural Injection
- Nerve Block
- Ozone Prolotherapy
- Pain Management Consultation
- Pain Medicine Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Viesca's office.
Does Dr. Viesca accept my insurance?
Dr. Viesca accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (915) 857-4130 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Viesca accept in El Paso, TX?
Dr. Viesca in El Paso, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
Molina
Oscar Health Insurance Co
Other Health Care Provider
State of Texas
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Viesca's office located?
What is Dr. Viesca's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Viesca's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609856194.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Viesca?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Viesca
What is Dr. Carlos Viesca's specialty?
Dr. Viesca is a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near El Paso, TX. 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. Contact Dr. Viesca to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Carlos Viesca affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Viesca is affiliated with The Hospitals Of Providence - Memorial Campus 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 Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?
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Is Carlos Viesca accepting new patients in El Paso, TX?
Yes, Dr. Carlos Viesca is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Carlos Viesca offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Viesca's office at (915) 857-4130 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Carlos Viesca?
Please contact Dr. Viesca's office at (915) 857-4130 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Carlos Viesca have?
Dr. Carlos Viesca is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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