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Pain Medicine

What does a pain medicine physician do?

Pain medicine physicians diagnose and treat acute and chronic pain using medication, procedures, and therapy.

When should you see one?

For chronic back, nerve, or musculoskeletal pain.

How to verify credentials

  • Check that their NPI taxonomy code matches 208VP0014X
  • Verify their license is active with your state medical board
  • Confirm board certification via the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS)
  • Check CMS Open Payments to see any industry payments they've received

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