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Dr. Rajiv Tewari, MD

Pain Medicine Specialist, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Anesthesiologist

Indianapolis, IN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tewari, Pain Medicine Specialist in Indianapolis, IN?

    Dr. Rajiv Tewari, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Indianapolis, IN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Tewari graduated from University of Alberta Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry and completed his residency at Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, Pain Management; Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, Anesthesiology; St Thomas Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Tewari is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tewari’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tewari’s office at (317) 208-3866.

    Where did Dr. Tewari go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, Pain Management; Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, Anesthesiology; St Thomas Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | University of Pennsylvania Health System Program

    • Medical School: University of Alberta, Faculty of Medicine | University of Alberta Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry

    Is Dr. Tewari board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Rajiv Tewari, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Tewari speak?

    Dr. Tewari and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tewari typically treat?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Tewari 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. Tewari. 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 Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
    • Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region

    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

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
    • Worn Lumbar Discs
    • Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Degeneration with Pain
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
    • Chronic Low Back Pain from Discs
    • Discogenic Lumbar Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M51362: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region with discogenic back pain and lower extremity pain

    Also known as:

    • Mid-Neck Disc Degeneration
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Mid-Neck
    • Worn Mid-Neck Discs
    • Mid-Cervical Spondylosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M50320: Other cervical disc degeneration, mid-cervical region, unspecified level

    What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Tewari typically perform?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Tewari 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. Tewari. 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 or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
    • Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Epidural Steroid Injection
    • Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
    • Caudal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Pain Management Injection
    • TFESI (Lumbar)
    • Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
    • Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
    • Cervical Epidural Injection
    • Thoracic Epidural Injection
    • Pain Relief Spinal Injection
    • 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
    • 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)
    • 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:

    • 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)

    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

    Also known as:

    • Sacroiliac Joint Injection
    • SI joint injection
    • Sacroiliac steroid injection
    • Image-guided SI joint injection
    • Sacroiliac joint block

    CPT Codes:

    • 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed

    Does Dr. Tewari accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tewari accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (317) 208-3866 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tewari accept in Indianapolis, IN?

    Dr. Tewari in Indianapolis, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Indiana

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Tewari's office located?

    Dr. Rajiv Tewari's Primary Practice

    7151 Marsh Rd Ste 150

    Indianapolis, IN 46278

    (317) 208-3866

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    Dr. Rajiv Tewari's Practice 2

    1701 N Senate Blvd

    Indianapolis, IN 46202

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    Dr. Rajiv Tewari's Practice 3

    2330 S Dixon Rd

    Kokomo, IN 46902

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    What is Dr. Tewari's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Tewari's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245292606.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tewari?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tewari

    What is Dr. Rajiv Tewari's specialty?

    Dr. Tewari is a Pain Medicine Specialist near Indianapolis, IN.

    What does a Pain Medicine Specialist do?

    Pain medicine is a primary medical specialty centered on a distinct body of knowledge and a defined clinical scope, grounded in science, research, and education. This type of medicine focuses on the study, prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of individuals experiencing pain. A comprehensive evaluation considers physical, psychological, cognitive, and socio-cultural factors contributing to pain. Treatment options include pharmacological, invasive, behavioral, cognitive, rehabilitative and complementary strategies, based on the patient's specific needs. Pain medicine physicians serves as primary care providers for the management of pain or can also act as consultants to other physicians, direct an interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary treatment team, conduct research, or advocate for the patient's pain care with public and private agencies. These physicians work in various settings, including offices, clinics, hospitals, universities, and governmental or public institutions.

    Is Dr. Rajiv Tewari affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tewari is affiliated with Iu Health West Hospital, Orthoindy Hospital, Iu Health Methodist Hospital, Hendricks Regional Health, Hancock Regional 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 a Pain Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Rajiv Tewari accepting new patients in Indianapolis, IN?

    Yes, Dr. Rajiv Tewari is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rajiv Tewari offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tewari's office at (317) 208-3866 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Rajiv Tewari?

    Please contact Dr. Tewari's office at (317) 208-3866 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Tewari's office located?

    Dr. Tewari's offices are located in Indianapolis, IN and Kokomo, IN.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Rajiv Tewari have?

    Dr. Rajiv Tewari is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.