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Dr. Paul Lafavore, MD

Anesthesiologist, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist

Greenville, NC

27 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lafavore, Anesthesiologist in Greenville, NC?

    Dr. Paul Lafavore, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Greenville, NC with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Lafavore graduated from University of Vermont, College of Medicine, Burlington and completed his residency at Maine Med Ctr, Anesthesiology. Dr. Lafavore is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lafavore’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lafavore’s office at (828) 327-8105.

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

    • Residency: Maine Med Ctr, Anesthesiology | Maine Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University of Vt Coll of Med, Burlington Vt | University of Vermont, College of Medicine, Burlington

    Is Dr. Lafavore board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Lafavore, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Lafavore speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Lafavore typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Lafavore 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. Lafavore. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of both knees
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Lafavore typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Lafavore 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. Lafavore. 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 or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
    • Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Epidural Steroid Injection
    • Caudal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Pain Management Injection
    • TFESI (Lumbar)
    • Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
    • Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
    • Cervical Epidural Injection
    • Thoracic Epidural Injection
    • Pain Relief Spinal Injection

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

    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/Sacral Facet Joint Nerve Destruction (Additional)
    • Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
    • Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Spine
    • Lumbar Facet Denervation

    CPT Codes:

    • 64636: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, each additional facet joint (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

    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:

    • Sacroiliac Joint Injection
    • SI joint injection
    • Sacroiliac steroid injection
    • Image-guided SI joint injection
    • Sacroiliac joint block

    CPT Codes:

    • 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed

    Does Dr. Lafavore accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lafavore accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (828) 327-8105 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lafavore accept in Greenville, NC?

    Dr. Lafavore in Greenville, NC 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 North Carolina

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • HealthRight Group

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • USAA

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    Where is Dr. Lafavore's office located?

    Dr. Paul Lafavore's Primary Practice

    2430 Emerald Pl Ste 103

    Greenville, NC 27834

    (828) 327-8105

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    Dr. Paul Lafavore's Practice 2

    2010 W Arlington Blvd

    Greenville, NC 27834

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    What hospitals are Dr. Lafavore affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Lafavore has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Caldwell Memorial Hospital,Lenoir, NC
    Catawba Valley Medical Center,Hickory, NC
    Rutherford Regional Health System,Rutherfordton, NC

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

    Dr. Lafavore's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568442762.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lafavore?

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

    What is Dr. Paul Lafavore's specialty?

    Dr. Lafavore is an Anesthesiologist near Greenville, NC.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Paul Lafavore affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lafavore is affiliated with Frye Regional Medical Center, Atrium Health Cleveland, Unc Health Johnston Clayton 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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    Is Dr. Paul Lafavore accepting new patients in Greenville, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Lafavore is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Paul Lafavore offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lafavore's office at (828) 327-8105 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Paul Lafavore?

    Please contact Dr. Lafavore's office at (828) 327-8105 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Lafavore's office located?

    Dr. Lafavore's office is located in Greenville, NC.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Lafavore have?

    Dr. Paul Lafavore is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.