Dr. Joseph Turnipseed, MD
Baton Rouge, LA
24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Turnipseed, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Joseph Turnipseed, MD is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 24 years. Dr. Turnipseed graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed his residency at Baylor College Of Med. Dr. Turnipseed is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Turnipseed’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Turnipseed’s office at (225) 769-5554.
Where did Dr. Turnipseed go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Baylor College Of Med | Baylor College of Medicine Program
Medical School: Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans
What languages does Dr. Turnipseed speak?
Dr. Turnipseed and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Turnipseed typically treat?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Turnipseed 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. Turnipseed. 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:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47896: Other spondylosis, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Neck Spondylosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47892: Other spondylosis, cervical region
What procedures does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Turnipseed typically perform?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Turnipseed 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. Turnipseed. 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 Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
- Cervical Epidural Injection
- Thoracic Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Relief Spinal Injection
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
CPT Codes:
- 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)
- 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/Sacral Facet Joint Nerve Destruction (Additional)
- Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
- Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Spine
- Lumbar Facet Denervation
- Facet joint block
- Zygapophyseal joint injection
- Lower back facet injection
- Sacral facet injection
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)
- 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:
- 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:
- Nerve Ablation for Neck or Upper Back Pain
- Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
- Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Neck
- Cervical Facet Denervation
- Thoracic Facet Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64633: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); cervical or thoracic, single facet joint
Does Dr. Turnipseed accept my insurance?
Dr. Turnipseed accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 769-5554 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Turnipseed accept in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Turnipseed in Baton Rouge, LA 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 Louisiana
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Turnipseed's office located?
Dr. Joseph Turnipseed's Primary Practice
5408 Flanders Dr
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
(225) 769-5554
Dr. Joseph Turnipseed's Practice 2
2647 S Saint Elizabeth Blvd Ste 319
Gonzales, LA 70737
What is Dr. Turnipseed's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Turnipseed's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922079201.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Turnipseed?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Turnipseed
What is Dr. Joseph Turnipseed's specialty?
Dr. Turnipseed is a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Baton Rouge, LA.
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. Joseph Turnipseed affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Turnipseed is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans 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
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Is Joseph Turnipseed accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Turnipseed is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Turnipseed offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Turnipseed's office at (225) 769-5554 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Turnipseed?
Please contact Dr. Turnipseed's office at (225) 769-5554 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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