Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alexander, Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist in Mount Pleasant, SC?
Dr. John Alexander, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Mount Pleasant, SC with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Alexander is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alexander’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alexander’s office at (843) 856-9669.
Is Dr. Alexander board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist?
Yes, Dr. John Alexander, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation since 1999, American Board of Pain Medicine since 1999
What languages does Dr. Alexander speak?
Dr. Alexander and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Alexander treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Alexander 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. Alexander. 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.
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
Also known as:
- Lumbar Biomechanical Lesion
- Lower Back Musculoskeletal Imbalance
- Lumbar Structural Dysfunction
- Lower Back Body Mechanics Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- M9983: Other biomechanical lesions of lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbosacral Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Nerve Compression in Lumbosacral Spine
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4807: Spinal stenosis, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Disc Degeneration
- Lumbosacral Disc Degeneration
- Worn Spinal Discs
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5137: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Median Nerve Compression
- Wrist Nerve Entrapment
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Displacement
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back
- Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
- Lumbar Disc Protrusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region
What procedures does Dr. Alexander perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Alexander 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. Alexander. 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.
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
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
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
- Sacroiliac Joint Injection
- Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance
- SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac steroid injection
- Image-guided SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac joint block
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)
- 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
Does Dr. Alexander accept my insurance?
Dr. Alexander accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 856-9669 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alexander accept in Mount Pleasant, SC?
Dr. Alexander in Mount Pleasant, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
MedImpact
State of South Carolina
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Alexander's office located?
Dr. John Alexander's Primary Practice
526 Johnnie Dodds Blvd Ste 301
Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
(843) 856-9669
Dr. John Alexander's Practice 2
180 Wingo Way Ste 106
Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
(843) 856-9669
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 349 reviews
Office Experience
99% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
99% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
99% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. John Alexander an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Alexander has been rated and reviewed by 349 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Alexander, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Alexander's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alexander's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669433298.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alexander?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alexander
What is Dr. John Alexander's specialty?
Dr. Alexander is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist near Mount Pleasant, SC. 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. Contact Dr. Alexander to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. John Alexander affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alexander is affiliated with MUSC Health University Medical Center, Roper Hospital, Trident Medical Center, Roper St. Francis Mount Pleasant 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 John Alexander accepting new patients in Mount Pleasant, SC?
Yes, Dr. John Alexander is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Alexander offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alexander's office at (843) 856-9669 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Alexander?
Please contact Dr. Alexander's office at (843) 856-9669 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Alexander have?
Dr. John Alexander is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and American Board of Pain Medicine .
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