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Who is Dr. Serafini, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Charleston, SC?
Dr. Mario Serafini, DO is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Charleston, SC. He is board certified. Dr. Serafini completed his residency at West Virginia Univ Hosps, Anesthesiology. Dr. Serafini is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Serafini’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Serafini’s office at (207) 921-3600.
Where did Dr. Serafini go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: West Virginia Univ Hosps, Anesthesiology
Medical School: Wv School of Osteopathy
Is Dr. Serafini board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Mario Serafini, DO is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Serafini speak?
Dr. Serafini and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Serafini typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Serafini 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. Serafini. 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:
- Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
- Osteoarthritis of the left shoulder
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
- M19012: Primary osteoarthritis, left shoulder
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
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 - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Serafini typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Serafini 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. Serafini. 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:
- Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
- Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
- Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Knee Injection with Ultrasound
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management 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)
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
- 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:
- Sacroiliac Joint Injection
- Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection (Additional Levels)
- SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac steroid injection
- Image-guided SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac joint block
- Lower Back Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Nerve Block
- Paravertebral Facet Injection (Lumbar/Sacral)
CPT Codes:
- 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
- 64495: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; third and any additional level(s) (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. Serafini accept my insurance?
Dr. Serafini accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (207) 921-3600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Serafini accept in Charleston, SC?
Dr. Serafini in Charleston, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Martin's Point Health Care
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Serafini's office located?
What is Dr. Serafini's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Serafini's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225097397.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Serafini?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Serafini
What is Dr. Mario Serafini's specialty?
Dr. Serafini is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Charleston, SC.
What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist do?
In both hospital and outpatient settings, an anesthesiologist offers patients with acute, chronic, and/or cancer pain a high standard of care by serving as their primary care physician or consultant. Moreover, the anesthesiologist collaborates with other specialists to coordinate the needs of patient care.
Is this Dr. Mario Serafini affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Serafini is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Calais Community Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Mario Serafini accepting new patients in Charleston, SC?
Yes, Dr. Mario Serafini is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mario Serafini offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Serafini's office at (207) 921-3600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mario Serafini?
Please contact Dr. Serafini's office at (207) 921-3600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mario Serafini have?
Dr. Mario Serafini is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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