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Dr. Saleem Awan, MD
Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist
,Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist
,Pain Medicine Specialist
,Anesthesiologist
Wauwatosa, WI
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Awan, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Wauwatosa, WI?
Dr. Saleem Awan, MD is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Wauwatosa, WI with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Awan completed his residency at Cleveland Clinic Fndn, Anesthesiology Univ Of Md Med Sys, Anesthesiology Med Coll Of Pa Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Awan is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Awan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Awan’s office.
Where did Dr. Awan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cleveland Clinic Fndn, Anesthesiology Univ Of Md Med Sys, Anesthesiology Med Coll Of Pa Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Medical School: Khyber Med Coll, Univ of Peshawar, Peshawar, Pakistan
Is Dr. Awan board certified as an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Saleem Awan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Awan speak?
Dr. Awan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
What conditions does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Awan typically treat?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Awan 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. Awan. 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:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Neck 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
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 with Pinched Nerve
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylotic Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Arthritis with Nerve Pain
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4726: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbar region
What procedures does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Awan typically perform?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Awan 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. Awan. 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)
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- 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)
- Cervical Epidural Injection
- Thoracic Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Relief Spinal Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Pain Management 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
- 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)
- 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:
- Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Lumbar/Sacral Facet Joint Nerve Destruction (Additional)
- Facet joint block
- Zygapophyseal joint injection
- Lower back facet injection
- Sacral facet injection
- Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
- Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Spine
- Lumbar Facet Denervation
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)
- 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:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
- Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance
CPT Codes:
- 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:
- 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
Does Dr. Awan accept my insurance?
Dr. Awan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Awan accept in Wauwatosa, WI?
Dr. Awan in Wauwatosa, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
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Broward Health
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Health Payment System (HPS)
Humana
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Awan's office located?
What is Dr. Awan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Awan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275500910.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Awan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Awan
What is Dr. Saleem Awan's specialty?
Dr. Awan is a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Wauwatosa, WI.
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. Saleem Awan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Awan is affiliated with Aurora St Luke's Medical Center - Milwaukee, Froedtert Pleasant Prairie Hospital, Orthopaedic Hospital Of Wisconsin, Froedtert 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
When to see an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Saleem Awan accepting new patients in Wauwatosa, WI?
Yes, Dr. Saleem Awan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Saleem Awan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Awan's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Saleem Awan?
Please contact Dr. Awan's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Saleem Awan have?
Dr. Saleem Awan is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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