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Who is Dr. Saff, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Dr. Gary Saff, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Fort Lauderdale, FL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Saff graduated from University of Central Florida College of Medicine and completed his residency at Thos Jefferson Univ Hosp, Anesthesiology; Thos Jefferson Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Saff is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Saff’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Saff’s office at (954) 772-7552.
Where did Dr. Saff go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Thos Jefferson Univ Hosp, Anesthesiology; Thos Jefferson Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine | Thos Jefferson University Hospital | Thomas Jefferson University Hospital Program
Medical School: University of South Fl Coll of Med, Tampa Fl | University of Central Florida College of Medicine
Is Dr. Saff board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Gary Saff, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Saff speak?
Dr. Saff and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Saff treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Saff 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. Saff. 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 and Tailbone Spinal Stenosis
- Tailbone Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbosacral Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Nerve Compression in Lumbosacral Spine
- Narrowing of Tailbone Spinal Canal
- Sacral Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Sacral Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4807: Spinal stenosis, lumbosacral region
- M4808: Spinal stenosis, sacral and sacrococcygeal region
Also known as:
- Muscle Pain
- Muscle Disorder
- Myalgia
- Muscle Ache
- Muscle Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7918: Myalgia, other site
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:
- Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
- Pain Relievers
- Chronic opioid therapy
- Ongoing narcotic pain medication
- Opioid analgesic use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic
Also known as:
- Back Pain
- Backache
- Dorsalgia
- Spinal Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nerve Pain
- Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neuralgia
- Neuritis
- Nerve inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M792: Neuralgia and neuritis, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Saff perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Saff 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. Saff. 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 (Guided)
- Multiple Trigger Point Injections
- Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance
- Trigger Point Release Injections
- Muscle Pain Injections
- Myofascial Pain Injections
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)
- 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles
Also known as:
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
CPT Codes:
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
Does Dr. Saff accept my insurance?
Dr. Saff accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (954) 772-7552 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Saff accept in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Dr. Saff in Fort Lauderdale, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
AvMed Health Plan
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Medicare
State of Florida
State of Tennessee
ZF TRW
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Where is Dr. Saff's office located?
Dr. Gary Saff's Primary Practice
5353 N Federal Hwy Ste 301
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
(954) 772-7552
What is Dr. Saff's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Saff's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114980984.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Saff?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Saff
What is Dr. Gary Saff's specialty?
Dr. Saff is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Fort Lauderdale, FL. 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. Contact Dr. Saff to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Gary Saff affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Saff is affiliated with Mount Sinai West which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
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Is Gary Saff accepting new patients in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Yes, Dr. Gary Saff is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gary Saff offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Saff's office at (954) 772-7552 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gary Saff?
Please contact Dr. Saff's office at (954) 772-7552 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gary Saff have?
Dr. Gary Saff is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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