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Dr. John Massey, MD

Lincoln, NE

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Massey, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Lincoln, NE?

    Dr. John Massey, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Lincoln, NE with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Massey graduated from University of Nebraska College of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Ne Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Vet Affairs Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Massey is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Massey’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Massey’s office at (402) 858-0117.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Ne Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Vet Affairs Med Ctr, General Surgery | University Of Ne Med Center | University of Nebraska Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University of Ne Coll of Med, Omaha Ne | University of Nebraska College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Massey board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. John Massey, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Massey speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Massey typically treat?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Massey 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. Massey. 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 here.

    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:

    • 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 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:

    • Opioid Use Disorder in Remission
    • Opioid Dependence
    • Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
    • Prescription Drug Misuse
    • Opioid addiction
    • Recovering from Opioid Use Disorder
    • Opioid Addiction in Recovery
    • Past Opioid Dependence
    • Opioid Abuse in Remission
    • Opioid use disorder
    • OUD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1121: Opioid dependence, in remission
    • F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated

    What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Massey typically perform?

    As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Massey 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. Massey. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Lumbar/Sacral Facet Joint Nerve Destruction (Additional)
    • Facet joint block
    • Zygapophyseal joint injection
    • Lower back facet injection
    • Sacral facet injection
    • Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
    • Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Spine
    • Lumbar Facet Denervation

    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)
    • 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:

    • Spinal Cord Stimulator Implant
    • Epidural neurostimulator placement
    • Percutaneous spinal stimulator
    • SCS implant

    CPT Codes:

    • 63650: Percutaneous implantation of neurostimulator electrode array, epidural

    Also known as:

    • Minimally Invasive Lumbar Spine Decompression
    • Percutaneous Laminotomy
    • Lumbar Laminectomy
    • Spinal Decompression Surgery
    • Image-Guided Spine Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 0275T: Percutaneous laminotomy/laminectomy (interlaminar approach) for decompression of neural elements, (with or without ligamentous resection, discectomy, facetectomy and/or foraminotomy), any method, under indirect image guidance (eg, fluoroscopic, CT), single or multiple levels, unilateral or bilateral; lumbar

    Does Dr. Massey accept my insurance?

    Dr. Massey accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (402) 858-0117 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Massey accept in Lincoln, NE?

    Dr. Massey in Lincoln, NE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield Association

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Massey's office located?

    Dr. John Massey's Primary Practice

    4130 Pioneer Woods Dr Ste 4

    Lincoln, NE 68506

    (402) 858-0117

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    Dr. John Massey's Practice 2

    2222 N Lincoln Ave

    York, NE 68467

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    Dr. John Massey's Practice 3

    1760 County Road J

    Wahoo, NE 68066

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

    Dr. Massey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922063528.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Massey?

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

    What is Dr. John Massey's specialty?

    Dr. Massey is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Lincoln, NE.

    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. John Massey affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Massey is affiliated with Columbus Community Hospital - Columbus, Ne 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

    When to see a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is John Massey accepting new patients in Lincoln, NE?

    Yes, Dr. John Massey is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Massey offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Massey's office at (402) 858-0117 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Massey?

    Please contact Dr. Massey's office at (402) 858-0117 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Massey have?

    Dr. John Massey is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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