Who is Dr. Park, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Raleigh, NC?
Dr. Richard Park, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Raleigh, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Park graduated from University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine and completed his residency at Beth Israel Deaconess Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Mercy Hosp-Pittsburgh, Flexible Or Transitional Year.
Dr. Park is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Park’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Park’s office at (704) 544-7500.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Park?
Dr. Richard Park, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array
of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Park empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma), Radiofrequency Ablation, Spinal Cord Stimulation, or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the Raleigh/NC community, Dr. Park is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Park go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Beth Israel Deaconess Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Mercy Hosp-Pittsburgh, Flexible Or Transitional Year | MERCY HOSPITAL
Medical School: University of Chicago, Pritzker Sch of Med, Chicago Il | University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine
Is Dr. Park board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Park, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Park speak?
Dr. Park and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Park treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Park 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. Park. 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:
Other Chronic Pain Condition
Chronic Pain
Various chronic pain
Unspecified long-term pain
Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
G8929: Other chronic pain
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:
Tailbone Disorder
Spine Injuries and Disorder
Coccyx Disorder
Sacrococcygeal Pain
Tailbone Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
M533: Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
Back Pain
Peripheral Nerve Disorder
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lower Back Nerve Compression
Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
Muscle Pain
Muscle Disorder
Myalgia
Muscle Ache
Muscle Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
M7918: Myalgia, other site
Also known as:
Osteoarthritis of both knees
Osteoarthritis
Degenerative joint disease
Wear-and-tear arthritis
Arthrosis
Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
What procedures does Dr. Park perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Park 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. Park. 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 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:
Sacroiliac Joint Injection
Multiple Trigger Point Injections
Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
Guided Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
SI joint injection
Sacroiliac steroid injection
Image-guided SI joint injection
Sacroiliac joint block
Trigger Point Release Injections
Muscle Pain Injections
Myofascial Pain Injections
Transforaminal Epidural Injection
Spinal Nerve Block
Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance
Paravertebral Facet Joint Injection
Cervical Facet Injection
Thoracic Facet Injection
Zygapophyseal Joint Injection
CPT Codes:
27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles
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)
64490: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic; single level
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:
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:
Nerve Ablation for Neck or Upper Back Pain
Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Neck
Cervical Facet Denervation
Thoracic Facet Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
64633: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); cervical or thoracic, single facet joint
Also known as:
Facet Joint Nerve Ablation (Neck/Mid-Back)
Radiofrequency Ablation Facet Joint
Cervical Facet Nerve Destruction
Thoracic Facet Nerve Block
Spine Nerve Ablation
CPT Codes:
64634: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); cervical or thoracic, each additional facet joint (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
Cervical Facet Injection
Thoracic Facet Injection
Zygapophyseal Joint Injection
Spinal Joint Injection
CPT Codes:
64491: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), cervical or thoracic; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
Spinal Cord Stimulator Implant
Epidural neurostimulator placement
Percutaneous spinal stimulator
SCS implant
CPT Codes:
63650: Percutaneous implantation of neurostimulator electrode array, epidural
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:
Trigger Point Injection
Muscle Pain Injection
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Trigger Point Release Injection
CPT Codes:
20552: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 1 or 2 muscle(s)
Does Dr. Park accept my insurance?
Dr. Park accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (704) 544-7500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Park accept in Raleigh, NC?
Dr. Park in Raleigh, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
What is Dr. Park's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Park's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598729063.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Park?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Park
What is Dr. Richard Park's specialty?
Dr. Park is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Raleigh, NC.
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. Park to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Richard Park affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Park is affiliated with Atrium Health Pineville, Atrium Health Mercy, Atrium Health Lincoln 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 Richard Park accepting new patients in Raleigh, NC?
Yes, Dr. Richard Park is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Park offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Park's office at (704) 544-7500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Park?
Please contact Dr. Park's office at (704) 544-7500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Park have?
Dr. Richard Park is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
Other Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist Near Raleigh, NC
Dr. Gijsbertus Vanstaveren, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Raleigh, NC with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 37 years.