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24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Puttlitz, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Sun City, AZ?
Dr. Kirk Puttlitz, MD is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Sun City, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Puttlitz completed his residency at Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation. Dr. Puttlitz is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Puttlitz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Puttlitz’s office at (623) 537-5600.
Where did Dr. Puttlitz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation | Emory University School Of Med
Medical School: University At Buffalo SUNY School Of Med and Biomedical Sciences Buffalo Ny
Is Dr. Puttlitz board certified as an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Kirk Puttlitz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
What languages does Dr. Puttlitz speak?
Dr. Puttlitz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Puttlitz typically treat?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Puttlitz 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. Puttlitz. 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:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Chronic Low Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5459: Other low back pain
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
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:
- Lower Back Nerve Root Pain
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
- Sciatica
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5417: Radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
What procedures does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Puttlitz typically perform?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Puttlitz 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. Puttlitz. 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 Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Epidural Steroid 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)
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
- Cervical Epidural Injection
- Thoracic Epidural Injection
- Pain Relief Spinal Injection
CPT Codes:
- 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
- 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)
Also known as:
- Guided Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
- Paravertebral Facet Joint Injection
- Cervical Facet Injection
- Thoracic Facet Injection
- Zygapophyseal Joint Injection
CPT Codes:
- 64490: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic; single level
Also known as:
- Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
- Cervical Facet Injection
- Thoracic Facet Injection
- Zygapophyseal Joint Injection
- Spinal Joint Injection
CPT Codes:
- 64491: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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)
Does Dr. Puttlitz accept my insurance?
Dr. Puttlitz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (623) 537-5600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Puttlitz accept in Sun City, AZ?
Dr. Puttlitz in Sun City, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Banner Health
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna Group
IASIS Healthcare
Medicare
Mercy Care
Mercy Maricopa Integrated Care
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Puttlitz's office located?
Dr. Kirk Puttlitz's Primary Practice
10494 W Thunderbird Blvd Ste 108
Sun City, AZ 85351
(623) 537-5600
What is Dr. Puttlitz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Puttlitz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205807971.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Puttlitz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Puttlitz
What is Dr. Kirk Puttlitz's specialty?
Dr. Puttlitz is a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Sun City, AZ.
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. Kirk Puttlitz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Puttlitz is affiliated with Honorhealth John C. Lincoln Medical Center, Honorhealth Deer Valley Medical Center, Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix, Banner Boswell Medical Center, Banner Del E. Webb Medical Center, Banner Thunderbird Medical Center 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 Kirk Puttlitz accepting new patients in Sun City, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Kirk Puttlitz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kirk Puttlitz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Puttlitz's office at (623) 537-5600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kirk Puttlitz?
Please contact Dr. Puttlitz's office at (623) 537-5600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kirk Puttlitz have?
Dr. Kirk Puttlitz is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
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