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36 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tuel, Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist in Columbia, SC?
Dr. Stephen Tuel, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Columbia, SC with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 36 years. Dr. Tuel graduated from Texas A&M University and completed his residency at Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital Program. Dr. Tuel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tuel’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tuel’s office at (803) 419-5345.
Where did Dr. Tuel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital Program
Medical School: Texas A&M University | University of Texas Medical School, Houston
What languages does Dr. Tuel speak?
Dr. Tuel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Tuel treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Tuel 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. Tuel. 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:
- 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:
- Vertebrogenic Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- vertebral low back pain
- spine-related low back pain
- discogenic low back pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5451: Vertebrogenic low back pain
Also known as:
- Opioid Dependence
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Opioid use disorder
- OUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbosacral Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47817: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
- Back Pain
- SI Joint Inflammation
- Sacroiliac Dysfunction
- Inflamed SI Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified
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
Also known as:
- Right Trochanteric Bursitis
- Bursitis
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Right Hip Bursitis
- Inflamed Right Hip Bursa
- Right Greater Trochanteric Bursitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7061: Trochanteric bursitis, right hip
What procedures does Dr. Tuel perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist, Dr. Tuel 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. Tuel. 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:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
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
Also known as:
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
CPT Codes:
- 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)
Does Dr. Tuel accept my insurance?
Dr. Tuel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 419-5345 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tuel accept in Columbia, SC?
Dr. Tuel in Columbia, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Humana
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Tuel's office located?
What is Dr. Tuel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tuel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487610424.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tuel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tuel
What is Dr. Stephen Tuel's specialty?
Dr. Tuel is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist near Columbia, SC. A physiatrist specializing in Pain Medicine evaluates and treats patients with acute or chronic pain, including pain associated with cancer, in both hospital and outpatient settings. They also collaborate with other specialists to coordinate comprehensive care tailored to the patients needs. Contact Dr. Tuel to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Stephen Tuel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tuel is affiliated with Lexington 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
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Is Stephen Tuel accepting new patients in Columbia, SC?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Tuel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Tuel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tuel's office at (803) 419-5345 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen Tuel?
Please contact Dr. Tuel's office at (803) 419-5345 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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