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25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Swaminathan, Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist in Smyrna, DE?
Dr. Kartik Swaminathan, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Smyrna, DE with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 25 years. Dr. Swaminathan graduated from Temple University School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Temple Univ Hosp, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation. Dr. Swaminathan is fluent in English, Gujarati, Hindi, Marathi, and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Swaminathan’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Swaminathan’s office at (302) 832-8894.
Where did Dr. Swaminathan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Temple Univ Hosp, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation | Temple University Hospital | Temple University Hospital Program
Medical School: L T M Med Coll- Univ Of Bombay- Bombay- Maharashtra- India | Temple University School Of Medicine | Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College
What languages does Dr. Swaminathan speak?
Dr. Swaminathan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Gujarati
Hindi
Marathi
Tamil
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist like Dr. Swaminathan typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Swaminathan 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. Swaminathan. 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:
- Vertebrogenic Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- vertebral low back pain
- spine-related low back pain
- discogenic low back pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5451: Vertebrogenic low back 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:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
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
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist like Dr. Swaminathan typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Swaminathan 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. Swaminathan. 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:
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
CPT Codes:
- 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
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging 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)
Also known as:
- Sacroiliac Joint Injection
- Guided Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
- SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac steroid injection
- Image-guided SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac joint block
- Paravertebral Facet Joint Injection
- Cervical Facet Injection
- Thoracic Facet Injection
- Zygapophyseal Joint Injection
- Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance
CPT Codes:
- 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
- 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
- 64484: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, each additional 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. Swaminathan accept my insurance?
Dr. Swaminathan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (302) 832-8894 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Swaminathan accept in Smyrna, DE?
Dr. Swaminathan in Smyrna, DE 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Independence Health Group
Medicare
State of Delaware
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Swaminathan's office located?
What is Dr. Swaminathan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Swaminathan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548234107.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Swaminathan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Swaminathan
What is Dr. Kartik Swaminathan's specialty?
Dr. Swaminathan is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist near Smyrna, DE.
What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist do?
A physiatrist specializing in Pain Medicine evaluates and treats patients with acute or chronic pain, including pain associated with cancer, in both hospital and outpatient settings. They also collaborate with other specialists to coordinate comprehensive care tailored to the patients needs.
Is this Dr. Kartik Swaminathan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Swaminathan is affiliated with Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus, Beebe Healthcare, Wilmington Hospital 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 Kartik Swaminathan accepting new patients in Smyrna, DE?
Yes, Dr. Kartik Swaminathan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kartik Swaminathan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Swaminathan's office at (302) 832-8894 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kartik Swaminathan?
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