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Dr. Constantine Fotopoulos, MD

Physiatrist

Kansas City, MO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fotopoulos, Physiatrist in Kansas City, MO?

    Dr. Constantine Fotopoulos, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Kansas City, MO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Fotopoulos graduated from University of Pennsylvania and completed his residency at Creighton University School Of Med. Dr. Fotopoulos is fluent in English, Arabic, Greek, Modern (1453-), Italian, Russian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fotopoulos’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fotopoulos’s office at (913) 319-7600.

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

    • Residency: Creighton University School Of Med | Hospital for Special Surgery/Cornell Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University of Pennsylvania

    What languages does Dr. Fotopoulos speak?

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

    • Arabic
    • English
    • Greek, Modern (1453-)
    • Italian
    • Russian
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Fotopoulos typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Fotopoulos 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. Fotopoulos. 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
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache
    • Chronic Low Back Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
    • M5459: Other low back pain

    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

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Fotopoulos typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Fotopoulos 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. Fotopoulos. 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
    • Epidural Steroid Injection
    • Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
    • TFESI (Lumbar)
    • Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
    • Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
    • Cervical Epidural Injection
    • Thoracic Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Pain Relief Spinal Injection
    • 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
    • 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)
    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Lumbar/Sacral Facet Joint Nerve Destruction (Additional)
    • Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
    • Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Spine
    • Lumbar Facet Denervation

    CPT Codes:

    • 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:

    • Spinal Cord Stimulator Insertion
    • Spinal Neurostimulator Placement
    • SCS Implantation
    • Back Pain Stimulator Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 63685: Insertion or replacement of spinal neurostimulator pulse generator or receiver, requiring pocket creation and connection between electrode array and pulse generator or receiver

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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

    Does Dr. Fotopoulos accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fotopoulos accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (913) 319-7600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fotopoulos accept in Kansas City, MO?

    Dr. Fotopoulos in Kansas City, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Accident Fund Holdings

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • All Other Territories

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City

    • Cigna Group

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Sutter Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Fotopoulos' office located?

    Dr. Constantine Fotopoulos' Primary Practice

    4320 Wornall Rd Ste 610

    Kansas City, MO 64111

    (913) 319-7600

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    Dr. Constantine Fotopoulos' Practice 2

    555 SE Melody Ln

    Lees Summit, MO 64063

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    Dr. Constantine Fotopoulos' Practice 3

    9496 E Highway 350

    Raytown, MO 64133

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

    Dr. Fotopoulos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023075272.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fotopoulos?

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

    What is Dr. Constantine Fotopoulos's specialty?

    Dr. Fotopoulos is a Physiatrist near Kansas City, MO.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

    Is Dr. Constantine Fotopoulos affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fotopoulos is affiliated with Kansas City Orthopaedic Institute, The University Of Kansas Hospital, Menorah Medical Center, Adventhealth South Overland Park, Saint Luke's South Hospital 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 Dr. Constantine Fotopoulos accepting new patients in Kansas City, MO?

    Yes, Dr. Constantine Fotopoulos is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Constantine Fotopoulos offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fotopoulos' office at (913) 319-7600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Constantine Fotopoulos?

    Please contact Dr. Fotopoulos' office at (913) 319-7600 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Fotopoulos' office located?

    Dr. Fotopoulos' offices are located in Kansas City, MO, Lees Summit, MO, and Raytown, MO.