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Dr. Alok Gopal, MD
Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist
,Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist
,Pain Medicine Specialist
,Anesthesiologist
Winchester, VA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gopal, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Winchester, VA?
Dr. Alok Gopal, MD is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Winchester, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Gopal graduated from The University of Toledo College of Medicine and completed his residency at Children's Hospital/Harvard Medical School Program. Dr. Gopal is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gopal’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gopal’s office.
Where did Dr. Gopal go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Children's Hospital/Harvard Medical School Program
Medical School: The University of Toledo College of Medicine | University College of Medical Sciences and Guru Teg Bahadur Hospital
Is Dr. Gopal board certified as an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Alok Gopal, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Gopal speak?
Dr. Gopal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gopal typically treat?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Gopal 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. Gopal. 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:
- 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:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
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:
- Fear of Medical Care
- Phobias
- Iatrophobia
- Medical Phobia
- Fear of Doctors
ICD-10 Codes:
- F40232: Fear of other medical care
What procedures does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gopal typically perform?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Gopal 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. Gopal. 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 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:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
- Guided Facet Joint Injection (Neck/Upper Back)
- 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:
- 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
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
Does Dr. Gopal accept my insurance?
Dr. Gopal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gopal accept in Winchester, VA?
Dr. Gopal in Winchester, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
CareGuard
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gopal's office located?
What is Dr. Gopal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gopal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174588107.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gopal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gopal
What is Dr. Alok Gopal's specialty?
Dr. Gopal is a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Winchester, VA.
What does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist do?
Interventional pain medicine focuses on diagnosing and treating pain and related disorders using interventional techniques. It is primarily aimed at managing subacute, chronic, persistent, and intractable pain, either as a standalone treatment or in combination with other therapeutic approaches.
Is this Dr. Alok Gopal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gopal is affiliated with Wvu Medicine Berkeley Medical Center 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 an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Alok Gopal accepting new patients in Winchester, VA?
Yes, Dr. Alok Gopal is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alok Gopal offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gopal's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alok Gopal?
Please contact Dr. Gopal's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alok Gopal have?
Dr. Alok Gopal is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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