There are several ways to categorize pain. One way is to separate it into acute pain and chronic pain. The two main causes of pain are tissue damage and nerve damage. Pain can also be caused by psychological factors such as stress or depression.Acute pain comes on suddenly and is caused by an injury to tissue such as bone or muscle. The pain you experience may be an ache, a sharp stabbing or a throbbing.Pain may also be talked about as muscle pain or joint pain.
About 70% of people with chronic pain taking pain medication, get breakthrough pain. It can be caused by a seemingly insignificant event such as rolling over in bed or the medication wearing off too soon.
According to insurance plan rules, medical necessity is determined when the treatment is the most appropriate service, treatment, procedure, equipment or drug which can be safely provided to the beneficiary and accomplishes the desired end result in the most economical manner. Only medically necessary treatment is covered by your plans.
Our office knows how to document your diagnosis and treatment to assure that your insurance company will find your treatment medically necessary for acute care. Chronic care is usually not covered. Our office can work with you to make sure your care is affordable.