Frequently Asked Questions About Greater Austin Pain Center

Greater Austin Pain Center treats many types of chronic and acute pain, including back pain, neck pain, knee pain, hip pain, shoulder pain, joint pain, nerve-related pain, herniated discs, arthritis, sciatica, fibromyalgia, carpal tunnel, and degenerative disc disease. You can also view all conditions we treat.

Yes. Greater Austin Pain Center treats nerve-related pain, including pain that radiates into the arms, legs, hands, or feet. The team also treats conditions such as diabetic neuropathy and may recommend options like epidural injections, nerve blocks, or advanced stimulation therapies, depending on the cause of your symptoms.

Yes. Chronic back pain and neck pain are among the most common conditions treated at Greater Austin Pain Center. The team can also evaluate related symptoms such as radiating pain, nerve irritation, and migraines when they may be connected to neck or spine issues.

Yes. Greater Austin Pain Center treats pain related to arthritis, including joint inflammation, stiffness, and chronic joint pain. The team can also help patients with inflammatory conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis.

Yes. Greater Austin Pain Center treats migraines and headache-related pain. Treatment depends on the type of headache, frequency of symptoms, and whether neck pain, nerve irritation, or another underlying condition is contributing to the problem.

Yes. Greater Austin Pain Center treats auto accident injuries, work-related injuries, and accepts referrals for injury-related pain care. The team can also evaluate conditions such as whiplash, neck pain, back pain, and radiating nerve symptoms after an accident.

Greater Austin Pain Center offers a wide range of interventional pain management treatments, including joint injections, epidural steroid injections, nerve blocks, radiofrequency ablation, spinal cord stimulation, and regenerative medicine. You can explore the full range of treatments available through the practice.

Radiofrequency ablation, often called RFA, is a minimally invasive treatment that uses heat energy to target specific nerves that are sending pain signals. It may be recommended for certain types of chronic neck, back, or joint pain. You can also learn more about RFA and recovery time after treatment.

Epidural steroid injections are minimally invasive injections used to reduce inflammation around irritated spinal nerves. They may be recommended for conditions such as sciatica, a herniated disc, or radiating pain that travels from the spine into the arms or legs.

A spinal cord stimulator is an implanted device that helps interrupt pain signals before they reach the brain. It may be an option for certain patients with chronic nerve pain or pain that has not responded well to other treatments. Greater Austin Pain Center also offers related advanced options, including peripheral nerve stimulation and dorsal root ganglion stimulation.

Yes. Greater Austin Pain Center offers regenerative medicine options for certain pain conditions. These may include platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy and VIA Disc allogeneic disc injections, depending on the patient’s diagnosis and treatment goals.

Many treatments at Greater Austin Pain Center are minimally invasive and do not involve traditional open surgery. However, the practice does offer certain advanced procedures, such as SI joint fusion and kyphoplasty, when clinically appropriate. Some procedures may be performed at Plum Creek Surgery Center.

Greater Austin Pain Center focuses on diagnosing the source of pain and offering treatment options that may reduce the need for long-term medication use. Treatment plans are individualized, and the team may recommend interventional, minimally invasive, or non-opioid approaches when appropriate. You can also read more about pain management without opioids.

The team begins with a thorough evaluation of your symptoms, medical history, imaging, previous treatments, and physical exam findings. From there, your provider can recommend a treatment plan based on the likely source of your pain and your goals for relief. You can learn more about how pain is diagnosed before treatment is recommended.

In many cases, patients can contact the office directly to ask about scheduling an appointment. Some insurance plans or injury-related cases may require additional documentation or a referral, so it is also helpful to review the practice’s referral information.

You can schedule online or contact Greater Austin Pain Center through the website’s contact page. The team can help you find the right location, confirm appointment availability, and answer questions about what information may be needed before your visit.

For your first visit, bring a photo ID, medication list, relevant imaging or test results, and any records related to your pain condition. You may also need to complete patient forms and bring your insurance information so the team can verify coverage.

At your first visit, your provider will review your symptoms, medical history, prior treatments, and any imaging or diagnostic testing. They may perform a physical exam and discuss possible next steps for diagnosis and treatment. You can also learn more about what to expect from a pain management doctor.

Greater Austin Pain Center has locations in Austin, Kyle, Dripping Springs, and San Marcos. The practice also includes Plum Creek Surgery Center. You can view all locations online.

Greater Austin Pain Center serves patients throughout Central Texas, including Austin, Kyle, Dripping Springs, San Marcos, Buda, Bastrop, and New Braunfels. The practice also sees patients from surrounding communities such as Cedar Park, Round Rock, and Pflugerville.

Plum Creek Surgery Center is a surgical facility associated with Greater Austin Pain Center. It supports select procedures that may require a dedicated procedure or surgery center setting, depending on the patient’s diagnosis and treatment plan.

Greater Austin Pain Center works with many insurance plans. Because coverage can vary by plan, treatment, and provider, patients are encouraged to contact their insurance or call the office to confirm benefits before scheduling or receiving treatment.

Yes. Greater Austin Pain Center treats patients with auto accident and work injuries. The practice can also work with referring providers, attorneys, or case managers when appropriate. You can review additional referral information online.

Patients without insurance may still have options. Greater Austin Pain Center offers a Private Pay option for patients who are self-paying or do not plan to use insurance for their visit or treatment.

Greater Austin Pain Center accepts payment for care and also allows patients to pay their bill online through the patient portal.

For billing, coverage, or payment questions, contact Greater Austin Pain Center directly. You can also review the practice’s insurance and billing information online before reaching out.