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Dr. Justin Kruer, MD
Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist
,Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist
,Pain Medicine Specialist
,Anesthesiologist
Erlanger, KY
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kruer, Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist in Erlanger, KY?
Dr. Justin Kruer, MD is an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Erlanger, KY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Kruer completed his residency at Univ Of Ky-A B Chandler Mc, Anesthesiology; Good Samaritan Reg Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Kruer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kruer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kruer’s office at (859) 905-1000.
Where did Dr. Kruer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Ky-A B Chandler Mc, Anesthesiology; Good Samaritan Reg Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Is Dr. Kruer board certified as an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Justin Kruer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Kruer speak?
Dr. Kruer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kruer typically treat?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kruer 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. Kruer. 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
- 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:
- 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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
What procedures does an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kruer typically perform?
As an Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kruer 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. Kruer. 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 or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
- Cervical Epidural Injection
- Thoracic Epidural Injection
- Pain Relief Spinal Injection
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
CPT Codes:
- 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)
- 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
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
Also known as:
- Lumbar/Sacral Facet Joint Nerve Destruction (Additional)
- Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
- Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Spine
- Lumbar Facet Denervation
- Facet joint block
- Zygapophyseal joint injection
- Lower back facet injection
- Sacral facet injection
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)
- 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)
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. Kruer accept my insurance?
Dr. Kruer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (859) 905-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kruer accept in Erlanger, KY?
Dr. Kruer in Erlanger, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kruer's office located?
What is Dr. Kruer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kruer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821055971.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kruer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kruer
What is Dr. Justin Kruer's specialty?
Dr. Kruer is a Interventional Pain Medicine Specialist near Erlanger, KY.
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. Justin Kruer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kruer is affiliated with St. Elizabeth Florence, The Christ Hospital, Memorial Health 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 Justin Kruer accepting new patients in Erlanger, KY?
Yes, Dr. Justin Kruer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Justin Kruer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kruer's office at (859) 905-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Justin Kruer?
Please contact Dr. Kruer's office at (859) 905-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Justin Kruer have?
Dr. Justin Kruer is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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