Coastal Virginia
Spine and Pain Center
Reducing PAIN
Returning FUNCTION
Restoring QUALITY OF LIFE
Coastal Virginia Spine and Pain Center
Dedicated and Skilled Professionals
Evaluating and Treating Spinal and Musculoskeletal Pain
Providing Quality Care
Using Cutting-Edge Technology
Utilizing over 30 Years of Experience
Covering the Coastal Virginia Region
Centrally Located in Virginia Beach
OUR SERVICES
INTERVENTIONAL PAIN MANAGEMENT
- Fluoroscopy-Guided Spinal Injections
- Musculoskeletal Ultrasound (MSUS)
- MSUS-Guided Joint Injections
- Trigger Point Injections
- Scar Tissue Injections
- Spinal Cord Stimulator Trials
REGENERATIVE MEDICINE
- Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy
- Stem Cell Injection Therapy
- Prolotherapy
DIAGNOSTIC STUDIES
- Electromyography
- Nerve Conduction Studies
- Spinal Medial Branch Blocks
PHYSICAL THERAPY
- One-On-One Care
- Same Therapist for Each Visit
- Individualized Care Plans
- Spinal Stabilization and Strengthening
- Postural Retraining
- Restoration of Breathing Mechanics
WEIGHT MANAGEMENT PROGRAM
This program is for patients who....
- Want or need to lose weight
- Cannot have spinal or joint surgery because of weight
- Have been unsuccessful in weight loss or other diet programs
- Cannot tolerate regular exercise
MEDICATION MANAGEMENT
If medications are required, we try to control your pain while avoiding potentially addictive medications and use the lowest doses possible in your situation.
WORKERS COMPENSATION CASE MANAGEMENT
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Hours
Monday-Thursday: 7:30AM - 5:00PM
Friday: 7:30AM - 4:00PM
Meet Our Providers
The physicians and staff at Coastal Virginia Spine and Pain Center have over 30 years of experience in Pain Management.
We provide comprehensive treatment for spinal and musculoskeletal pain to help improve and manage acute or chronic pain.
The goal of treatment is to help our patients become empowered over their pain- to help reduce pain and increase function through intervention, therapy and education.
Frequently Asked Questions
Schedule an Appointment
To make an appointment, you may call us at 757-227-3820 between 7:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday – Friday, or you may stop by our office to schedule an appointment.
You can also e-mail us, and we will reply as soon as possible. If you wish to be called back, please include your name and preferred contact number in your e-mail.
Patient Portal
You can access the Patient Portal after receiving a password from our office. If you have any questions please contact us
Initial Evaluation
Patients are generally scheduled within two weeks for a new evaluation.
You will receive a welcome packet in the mail or e-mail, prior to your visit, or you can download the New Patient Packet. It is recommended that you arrive about 15 minutes prior to your initial evaluation if you have completed your paperwork, and 30 minutes before if you have not completed the paperwork.
After your initial evaluation, your provider will discuss with you the most effective treatment program and care plan for your problem.
First Appointment
To assist in making your first visit to COVA Spine and Pain Center more time efficient, please bring any relevant medical records as well as:
- Photo ID
- Insurance Card
- Referrals from your Primary Care Physician
- All completed New-Patient Paperwork
- Co-Pay, if required
We will request any other medical records, MRI’s, CT scans, X-rays or laboratory results or MRIs be faxed to our office from your referring physician’s office. To expedite this process, you can download the Medical Records Request Form before your first visit.
Prescription Refills
You can call our office at 757-227-3820 for prescription refills, Monday through Friday between 7:30:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Please allow three (3) business days to process your request.
If someone is picking up the prescription for you, an Authorization for Release of Prescription has to be completed in order for the prescription to be released.
Pre-Authorization
You should check with your insurance to determine if a referral is necessary prior to receiving treatment.
If your insurance requires a pre-authorization to see a specialist, then you must get a referral from a Primary Care Physician or OB/GYN to see a pain specialist for an initial appointment.
After the initial consultation, our office will obtain any future authorizations, sometimes with the assistance of your referring doctor.
Medical Records Request
We will be happy to provide you with a copy of your medical records. You will need to fill out a copy of the Medical Records Release Form.
Insurance Questions
Insurance We Accept
• OPTIMA - Physician Services Only, Not Physical Therapy• Blue Cross/Blue Shield
• Medicare
• Tricare
• Cigna
• Aetna
• United Healthcare
• Most Commercial Insurances
Insurances That Require Referral
• Tricare PrimeInsurances We DO NOT Accept
Plans which we DO NOT accept:
• HealthKeepers Plus
• Optima Family Care
• Optimum Choice
• Virginia Premier
• MAMSI
• Alliance
Worker's Comp Guidelines
• Case manager or adjuster must call and schedule the first appointment• The following information must be provided
• Date of injury
• State of injury
• Body part injured
• Case manager or adjuster’s name and number
• Insurance name, number, address and adjuster
No Health Insurance
The costs vary depending on what type of treatment is needed. We will try to work with you to help you obtain the care you need.Please contact our office at 757-227-3820 to see how we can hellp you.
Difference Between a Co-Pay and Co-Insurance
A co-pay is the amount designated by your carrier that identifies a set amount for the office visit. Typically, there is one for your primary care provider and a different amount due a specialty provider.Co-insurance is a percentage due, determined by your benefit plan and the contract with your carrier and your provider.