The 20 Best Chronic Pain Doctors Near Me in Spokane Valley, WA

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 1054 doctor with experience in Chronic Pain near Spokane Valley, WA. Of these, 953 are Experienced, 86 are Advanced and 10 are Distinguished.

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    Distinguished in Chronic Pain
    Pain Medicine
    Distinguished in Chronic Pain
    Pain Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Swedish Pain Services - First Hill

    600 Broadway, Suite 530, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Cong Yu was selected by Seattle Magazine and Seattle Met Magazine as a Top Doctor. Dr. Yu practices Pain Medicine in Seattle, WA. Dr. Yu graduated from Shanghai School of Medicine in 1984 and has been in practice for 34 years. He completed a residency at University of Washington School of Medicine. Dr. Yu also specializes in Anesthesiology. He currently practices at Swedish Pain Services-First Hill and is affiliated with Swedish Medical Center First Hill Campus and Swedish Medical Center Issaquah. Dr. Yu is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Pain, Neuralgia, Invertebral Disc Disease, and Central Pain Syndrome. Dr. Yu is board certified in American Board Of Anesthesiology. Dr. Yu is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Chronic Pain
    Physiatry | Pain Medicine
    Advanced in Chronic Pain
    Physiatry | Pain Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Swedish Edmonds Specialty Clinic

    21616 76th Avenue West, Suite 212, 
    Edmonds, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Almost all of us experience pain at some time in our lives and many suffer from persistent pain which can disrupt life. Dr. Babington is passionate about providing the highest quality of patient focused care. His collaborative approach relies on a thorough assessment of what is causing the pain and then developing a multidimensional treatment plan with a focus on improving function. Treatments he often recommends include therapies, injections, medications, and as a last resort surgery. Dr. Babington's research interests center around improving delivery of health services as well as patient reported outcomes and their integration into clinical care. Dr. Babington was selected by Seattle Magazine and Seattle Met as a Top Doctor in multiple years. Dr. Babington is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Athetosis, Chronic Pain, Scoliosis, and Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis. Dr. Babington is board certified in American Board Of Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation. Dr. Babington is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Chronic Pain
    Pain Medicine
    Advanced in Chronic Pain
    Pain Medicine
    Referral required

    Swedish Pain Services - First Hill

    600 Broadway, Suite 530, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Pain is a vital human experience but a source of suffering and impairment to those living with it daily. Dr. Xing believes that each patient deserves individualized attention to develop the highest quality treatment plan. He completed his medical training at Harvard and is double board certified in pain medicine and anesthesiology. Together with Swedish comprehensive pain services, Dr. Xing is committed to using the best of modern medicine to improve the quality of life, well-being, and functioning of his patients. Dr. Xing was selected by Seattle Met Magazine as a Top Doctor. Dr. Xing is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Pain, Cervical Spondylosis, Herniated Disk, and Spinal Stenosis. Dr. Xing is board certified in American Board Of Anesthesiology. Dr. Xing is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Referral may be required

    Spine Specialists At SNI

    550 17th Avenue, Suite 500, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    """To provide compassion, education, and understanding to the patient. With a focus on interventional and regenerative medicine, our goal is to help repair and strengthen damaged tissues, provide improved pain control, and recover function for all the patents we see.""". Dr. David is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Cervical Spondylosis, Herniated Disk, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft. Dr. David is board certified in American Board Of Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation. Dr. David is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Referral required

    Swedish Neuroscience Specialists - Epilepsy

    550 17th Avenue, Suite 540, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Michael Doherty is a Neurologist who specializes in Epilepsy care. He joined the Swedish Neuroscience Institute in 2003 and is the Medical Director of our Epilepsy program. Dr. Doherty works closely with Swedish’s multidisciplinary epilepsy team on state of the art therapies. Specific interests include special needs populations, medication management during pregnancy, new onset seizure, hard-to-treat epilepsy and neurostimulation or surgical treatments of epilepsy. Dr. Doherty was selected by Seattle Magazine as a Top Doctor. Dr. Doherty is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Memory Loss, Epilepsy, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Doherty is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology. Dr. Doherty is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Physiatry
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Physiatry
    Referral may be required

    Orthopedic Physician Associates - First Hill

    601 Broadway, Floor 7, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    My goal is to help individuals improve their quality of life by helping them regain function and decrease pain through non-surgical management of spine and musculoskeletal disorders. My practice focuses on optimizing exercise and physical therapy, spinal and joint injections, and medication management as well as electrodiagnostic medicine to diagnose and treat painful and debilitating conditions of muscles, joints, and nerves. Whether the patient wants to get back into sports or exercise--or just wants to be able to take a walk or make a meal with less discomfort, I will work with them to develop a treatment plan to help them reach those goals. Dr. Young is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. She is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hypermobile Joints, Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, Cervical Spondylosis, and Scoliosis. Dr. Young is board certified in American Board Of Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation. Dr. Young is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Sports Medicine
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Sports Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Swedish Spine, Sports & Musculoskeletal Medicine - Cherry Hill Jefferson Tower

    1600 East Jefferson Street, Suite 300, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    "Dr. Phillip ""Troy"" Henning is a Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Specialist in Seattle, Washington. He graduated with honors from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2004, and has more than 14 years of diverse experiences, especially in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Dr. Henning affiliates with Swedish Medical Center-Cherry Hill campus. Dr. Henning was selected by Seattle Met Magazine as a Top Doctor. Dr Henning is also the Head Team Physician for the MLS Seattle Sounders.". Dr. Henning is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Tendinitis, Mononeuritis Multiplex, Rhizarthrosis, and Bursitis. Dr. Henning is board certified in American Board Of Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation. Dr. Henning is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Palliative Medicine
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Palliative Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Swedish Palliative Care And Symptom Management Clinic - First Hill

    1221 Madison Street, Floor 2, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Korean
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Lee is a multiple time recipient of the Seattle Top Doctor Award and most recently received the 2023 Seattle Magazine Top Doc Award. Dr. Ellyn M Lee is a Hospice / Palliative Care Specialist in Seattle, Washington. She graduated with honors from University Of Missouri, Kansas City, School Of Medicine in 1999. Having more than 19 years of diverse experiences, especially in HOSPICE/PALLIATIVE CARE, GERIATRIC MEDICINE, INTERNAL MEDICINE, Dr. Ellyn M Lee affiliates with Swedish Medical Center, and cooperates with other doctors and specialists in medical group Swedish Health Services. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Opioid Induced Constipation, Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, and Chronic Pain. Dr. Lee is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Lee is currently accepting new patients.

    Pain Medicine
    Pain Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Pacific Medical Centers Specialty Care - Canyon Park

    1909 214th Street Southeast, 
    Bothell, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    I hope to alleviate suffering and improve my patients’ functional status and quality of life. Dr. Fu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. Her clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Cervical Spondylosis, Sciatica, and Neuralgia. Dr. Fu is board certified in American Board Of Anesthesiology. Dr. Fu is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Chronic Pain
    Physiatry | Pain Medicine
    Distinguished in Chronic Pain
    Physiatry | Pain Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Swedish Pain Services - First Hill

    600 Broadway, Suite 530, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Steven Stanos is a Pain Specialist in Seattle, Washington. He received his medical degree from Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine and has been in practice for more than 20 years. Dr. Stanos was selected by Seattle Met Magazine as a Top Doctor. Dr. Stanos is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Pain, Cervical Spondylosis, Shingles, and Neuralgia. Dr. Stanos is board certified in American Board Of Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation. Dr. Stanos is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Internal Medicine
    1608 S J St Fl, Suite 3, 
    Tacoma, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Japanese, Mandarin, Polish, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    John Smoots is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Smoots is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. He is also highly rated in 36 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Scoliosis, Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), and Osteoporosis. Dr. Smoots is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Chronic Pain
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Chronic Pain
    Family Medicine

    Franciscan Medical Group

    16110 8th Ave Sw, Suite A2, 
    Burien, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Korean, Russian, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Larisa Martin is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Burien, Washington. Dr. Martin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hypothyroidism, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Chronic Pain, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Martin is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Pediatrics | Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Chronic Pain
    Pediatrics | Internal Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Pacific Medical Centers Primary Care - Northgate

    10416 5th Avenue Northeast, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    I am committed to providing high quality care with compassion. Dr. Ware is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cluster Headache, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Epilepsy, and Chronic Pain. Dr. Ware is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Pediatrics.

    Advanced in Chronic Pain
    Physiatry | Pain Medicine
    Advanced in Chronic Pain
    Physiatry | Pain Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Proliance Surgeons

    18100 NE Union Hill Rd, 
    Redmond, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Wilson J. Chang, MD, MPH, is a board-certified specialist in Pain Medicine and Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, with advanced fellowship training from Stanford University. He focuses on pain management, complex spine deformities, minimally invasive spine procedures, degenerative disc and joint diseases, and neuropathic pain. His treatments include spinal stimulators, corticosteroid epidural injections, radiofrequency ablations, and Botox injections.Dr. Chang earned his medical degree from Michigan State University, completed his residency at the University of Kansas, and went on to complete fellowship training at Stanford University. He has been recognized as a Seattle Met Top Doctor every year from 2019 through 2025, a reflection of his commitment to excellence in patient care.Pain management can be quite complex and daunting, especially when chronic conditions affect everyday life. Dr. Chang takes a comprehensive and thoughtful approach to each patient’s care, helping them find relief, restore function, and regain quality of life through leading-edge orthopedic and interventional treatments. Dr. Chang is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Pain, Spinal Stenosis, Cervical Spondylosis, and Neuralgia. Dr. Chang is board certified in Board Certified - American Board Of Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation. Dr. Chang is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Chronic Pain
    Pain Medicine | Addiction Medicine
    Advanced in Chronic Pain
    Pain Medicine | Addiction Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Swedish Pain Services - First Hill

    600 Broadway, Suite 530, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Rudolf was selected by Seattle Met Magazine as a Top Doctor. My goal for every patient is to help devise and carry out a treatment plan which emphasizes safe, effective, and sustainable approaches toward minimizing unwanted symptoms, and enhancing overall wellness proactively and preventatively. I often recommend integrating acupuncture and other complementary/alternative treatment strategies into the management plan. I find that patients with a willingness to put time and energy into their own care, and who are open to making significant changes to their management plan when it is not working, can very often achieve excellent results over time. Dr. Rudolf is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Central Pain Syndrome, Chronic Pain, Opioid Use Disorder, and Sciatica. Dr. Rudolf is board certified in American Board Of Family Medicine , American Board Of Addiction Medicine , American Board Of Medical Acupuncture , and American Board Of Pain Medicine. Dr. Rudolf is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Chronic Pain
    Advanced in Chronic Pain
    Referral may be required

    Virginia Mason Medical Center

    1100 Ninth Avenue, 
    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Thomas Curtis, MD, specializes in preventive care, exercises to delay the natural aging process, chronic pain management, musculoskeletal medicine, and spine and back pain. Dr. Curtis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Pain, Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Invertebral Disc Disease, and Spinal Stenosis. Dr. Curtis is board certified in American Board Of Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation, Subspecialty In Pain Medicine. Dr. Curtis is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Chronic Pain
    Pain Medicine
    Advanced in Chronic Pain
    Pain Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Geoffrey L. Tyson, M.D.

    Seattle, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Tyson is Board Certified in the fields of Anesthesiology, Pain Medicine and Addiction Medicine. He specializes in diagnostic and interventional pain management and neuromodulation therapies. Prior to founding Northwest Pain Management Associates in 2001, Dr. Tyson held positions with several hospital based anesthesia groups, and emergency medicine departments, and, additionally, served on the Clinical Faculty of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Anesthesiology at the Harvard Medical School. His training includes: fellowship in Cardiac Anesthesiology, University of Washington School of Medicine; residency in Anesthesiology, Duke University School of Medicine; internship in General Surgery, Swedish Hospital; internship, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital; Doctor of Medicine, Temple University School of Medicine; and a Bachelor of Arts in Biology from Reed College. French is his second language. Dr. Tyson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Pain, Sacroiliac Joint Disease, Spinal Stenosis, and Sciatica. Dr. Tyson is board certified in American Board Of Anesthesiology and American Board Of Pain Medicine. Dr. Tyson is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Chronic Pain
    Advanced in Chronic Pain
    Referral may be required

    Franciscan Spine Associates At St. Joseph

    1608 S J Street, 4th Floor, 
    Tacoma, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Richard Swedarsky, DO, is a board-certified physiatrist who cares for adults with musculoskeletal disorders. As an osteopathic physician, he approaches each patient as a combination of body and mind. He strives to partner with his patients and assist them to take a critical role in their own care and well-being. For the control of acute and chronic pain, he draws from multiple modalities ranging from physical therapy and injections, to complementary medicine and surgery. Each program is tailored to the patient, not to the diagnosis.Dr. Swedarsky has a strong formal education in electrodiagnostic testing and the use of ultrasound. He also has training in the neurophysiology of pain and practices osteopathic manipulation.Dr. Swedarsky is a veteran who served as a physician for wounded warriors, family members and veterans. After completing his residency at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, he was transferred to Joint-Base Lewis McChord, where he completed his military service obligation as Chief of the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Service. Dr. Swedarsky is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Congenital Mirror Movement Disorder, Marcus Gunn Phenomenon, Gomez Lopez Hernandez Syndrome, and Serotonin Syndrome. Dr. Swedarsky is board certified in American Board Of Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation. Dr. Swedarsky is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Chronic Pain
    Orthopedics | Sports Medicine
    Advanced in Chronic Pain
    Orthopedics | Sports Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Virginia Mason Franciscan Health Medical Pavilion - Kirkland

    620 5th Ave S, 2nd Floor, Kirkland Ascent Building, 
    Kirkland, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Keith Cummings, DO, is a non-surgical physician working in orthopedics and sports medicine. He sees patients 14 years of age and older. Dr. Cummings treats a variety of orthopedic problems when they don’t require surgical intervention, including sports-related injuries and conditions of the peripheral joints, tendons, bursae and nerves. He offers diagnostic ultrasound, orthobiologic injections including platelet-rich (PRP) injections, as well as steroid injections.Dr. Cummings does his best to listen and clearly communicate the treatment options available so he can partner with each patient to make the decisions that best address their unique circumstances and goals. He strives to ensure patients feel comfortable and informed, both when discussing their care plan and during clinic procedures.Dr. Cummings has been named a Seattle Met Top Doctor multiple times. He has extensive experience providing sideline medical coverage for all levels of athletics ranging from high school, the NCAA, the NBA and Olympic-level winter sports. He is a member of the American Medical Society for Sports Medicine.Away from work, Dr. Cummings enjoys playing electric guitar, hiking, watching movies, and reading, along with enjoying new foods and exploring new places with his wife.Conditions and procedures:Knee and hip problemsMusculoskeletal ultrasoundOrthobiologicsOsteoarthritisPlatelet-rich (PRP) injectionsRotator cuff injuriesSports-related injuriesSteroid injectionsTendinitis/tendinopathy. Dr. Cummings is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Tendinitis, Baker Cyst, Frozen Shoulder, and Bursitis. Dr. Cummings is board certified in American Board Of Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation, Certificate Of Added Qualification In Sports Medicine, and Registration In Musculoskeletal Sonography (RMSK). Dr. Cummings is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Chronic Pain
    Pain Medicine
    Advanced in Chronic Pain
    Pain Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Proliance Surgeons

    12911 120th Avenue NE Suite H-210, 
    Kirkland, WA 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Daniel Nelson is a Pain Medicine provider practicing medicine in Kirkland, Washington. Dr. Nelson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Pain. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cervical Spondylosis, Sacroiliac Joint Disease, Wallerian Degeneration, and Giant Axonal Neuropathy. Dr. Nelson is board certified in American Board Of Anesthesiology.

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    When should I see a Chronic Pain doctor near Spokane Valley, WA?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Chronic Pain doctor near Spokane Valley, WA?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Chronic Pain doctors near Spokane Valley, WA?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Chronic Pain doctors near Spokane Valley, WA?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Chronic Pain doctor near Spokane Valley, WA?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Chronic Pain doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Chronic Pain doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Chronic Pain doctor near Spokane Valley, WA?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Chronic Pain doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Chronic Pain doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Chronic Pain doctors near Spokane Valley, WA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Chronic Pain doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Chronic Pain doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Chronic Pain doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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