Clearway Pain Solutions Sarasota Surgical Center: Your Trusted Pain Management Clinic
Welcome to Clearway Pain Solutions Sarasota Surgical Center
Located in the heart of Sarasota, Clearway Pain Solutions Sarasota Surgical Center is dedicated to offering top-tier pain management services to the residents of Sarasota, FL. Our mission is to relieve your pain and enhance your quality of life through comprehensive, compassionate care that focuses on restoring function. We are committed to ensuring all patients receive quality and timely access to care. We also provide an application process for patients interested in financial assistance, ensuring that everyone has access to the care they need.
Comprehensive Pain Management Services
At Clearway Pain Solutions Sarasota Surgical Center, we offer a wide range of services, including head-to-toe pain management, medication management, chiropractic services, physical therapy, and regenerative medicine. Our services are provided by experienced interventional pain physicians and other health care providers. Additionally, we provide lab testing and pharmacy services to ensure you receive comprehensive, evidence-based care. Services may be provided by the facility as well as by separate health care providers who may bill the patient separately. Please note that health care providers may not participate with the same health insurers or health maintenance organizations as the facility, which could affect your coverage.
Personalized Pain Management Plans
Our clinic specializes in creating personalized pain management plans that combine medication management, physical therapy, and minimally invasive procedures. These plans are designed to relieve pain and restore function, helping you regain your ability to live a fulfilling life and engage in activities you enjoy.
We encourage patients to request a personalized procedure cost estimate to better understand their financial responsibilities. We also provide an application process for patients interested in financial assistance, and they can reach out to our Financial Counselor for more information.
Chronic Pain Relief Specialists
Clearway Pain Solutions Sarasota Surgical Center is committed to helping you manage and alleviate chronic pain. Our expert team uses advanced diagnostic tools and treatment techniques to provide effective, long-term relief. It is crucial to seek medical attention for severe pain, especially when accompanied by symptoms like redness and swelling.
Patients are advised to contact each health care practitioner to determine their participation with health insurers and health maintenance organizations.
Joint Pain and Medication Management
We specialize in treating joint pain, including arthritis and degenerative joint disease. Cost sharing patients should contact their insurer or health maintenance organization regarding their cost-sharing responsibilities. Our individualized treatment plans aim to reduce pain and improve mobility, allowing you to return to your daily activities. Effective medication management is a key component of our services. Our providers carefully monitor and adjust medications to ensure optimal pain relief while minimizing side effects. Bundled payments for private pay patients allow for more timely financial preparation for services, including a facility fee that covers imaging, medication, and supplies during the procedure.
Interventional Pain Management Procedures
Clearway Pain Solutions Sarasota Surgical Center offers various interventional pain management procedures, including nerve blocks and epidural injections. These minimally invasive techniques target the source of your pain to provide significant relief.
Additionally, our interventional pain procedures are designed to achieve positive financial and performance outcomes, leading to higher quality and lower cost of care.
Physical Therapy for Pain Relief
Physical therapy is essential to our treatment plans, focusing on restoring function. Our skilled therapists work with you to improve strength, flexibility, and mobility, helping you manage pain more effectively.
Contact Clearway Pain Solutions Sarasota Surgical Center
Take the first step towards managing your pain effectively. Contact Clearway Pain Solutions Sarasota Surgical Center today to schedule an appointment and start your journey to pain relief. Our clinic is conveniently located at 2830 University Parkway, Sarasota, FL 34201. Visit our website or call us at 850-739-7246 for more information.
We strongly encourage patients to contact their health insurer for more information on total costs and to confirm insurance coverage.
Start Your Pain Relief Journey Today
For more information or to book your appointment, visit our website or call us at 850-739-7246. Let Clearway Pain Solutions Sarasota Surgical Center be your trusted partner in pain management. We look forward to helping you achieve a pain-free life and improved well-being.
Services Offered
- Orthopedics
- Interventional Pain Management Procedures
Hours
| Open | Closed | |
|---|---|---|
| Mon | 8:00 am | 4:00 pm |
| Tue | 8:00 am | 4:00 pm |
| Wed | 8:00 am | 4:00 pm |
| Thu | 8:00 am | 4:00 pm |
| Fri | 8:00 am | 4:00 pm |
| Sat | Closed | Closed |
| Sun | Closed | Closed |
Pain Management
Pain management refers to a comprehensive approach to alleviate or control pain experienced by individuals, whether it is acute or chronic. It encompasses a range of techniques, therapies, and interventions aimed at improving the quality of life for people dealing with pain. The ultimate goal of pain management is to reduce pain levels, increase functionality, and enhance overall well-being.
Interventional Pain Management Procedures
Interventional pain management procedures encompass a range of minimally invasive techniques to relieve chronic pain and improve a patient’s quality of life. These procedures directly target the source of pain, offering a more targeted and often more effective approach than traditional pain management methods.
Examples of interventional pain management procedures include nerve blocks, epidural steroid injections, facet joint injections, radiofrequency ablation, and spinal cord stimulation. These procedures are typically performed by skilled pain management specialists under image guidance, ensuring precise placement and optimal outcomes. Interventional pain management procedures can provide long-lasting relief by interrupting pain signals or reducing inflammation at the site of pain, allowing individuals to regain functionality, engage in daily activities, and enjoy improved overall well-being.
Interventional pain management procedures are minimally invasive medical techniques aimed at diagnosing and treating chronic or severe pain conditions. These procedures are often used when conservative treatments like medications and physical therapy have not provided sufficient relief. The main goal of interventional pain management is to target the source of pain and provide relief without the need for extensive surgeries.
Some common interventional pain management procedures include:
This involves injecting a corticosteroid and sometimes a local anesthetic into the epidural space of the spine to reduce inflammation and relieve pain caused by conditions like herniated discs or spinal stenosis.
In this procedure, a corticosteroid and anesthetic are injected into the facet joints of the spine to alleviate pain caused by arthritis or facet joint syndrome.
Numbing medication is injected into or around a specific nerve or group of nerves to block pain signals from reaching the brain. Common types include occipital nerve blocks, sciatic nerve blocks, and celiac plexus blocks.
This procedure uses heat generated by radio waves to disable specific nerves and disrupt pain signals. RFA is often used to manage chronic pain in the spine, neck, or joints.
A small device is implanted near the spine to deliver electrical currents that interfere with pain signals, providing relief for conditions like failed back surgery syndrome or complex regional pain syndrome.
A device is implanted to deliver pain-relieving medications directly into the spinal fluid, providing more targeted and effective pain relief for certain conditions.
Corticosteroids and anesthetics are injected into joints, such as the knee, shoulder, or hip, to reduce inflammation and manage pain associated with arthritis or injury.
A small amount of anesthetic or saline is injected into painful muscle knots or trigger points to provide relief and promote muscle relaxation.
These procedures involve injecting bone cement into fractured vertebrae to stabilize them and reduce pain caused by vertebral compression fractures.
It’s essential to note that interventional pain management procedures should only be performed by experienced Clearway Pain Solutions healthcare professionals in Sarasota, such as pain specialists or interventional pain physicians. These procedures carry potential risks and should be considered after a thorough evaluation of the patient’s condition and a discussion of the potential benefits and risks.
Insurances Accepted
(Pending Final Licensure)
- Aetna
- Ascension SmartHealth
- BlueCross BlueShield Federal
- BlueCross BlueShield Health Options
- BlueCross BlueShield HMO
- BlueCross BlueShield PPO
- Cigna
- Cigna Medicare
- Coventry Health Care
- GEH
- Humana HMO
- Humana Medicaid
- Humana Medicare
- Humana POS
- Key Health
- Medicare
- ML Healthcare
- Motor Vehicle Accident PIP/Liens
- Motor Vehicle Insurance
- Optum VA (formerly VA Community Care Network)
- Tricare
- United Healthcare (Commercial Only)
- Workers’ Compensation
Geographic Landmarks in Sarasota, Florida
Sarasota, Florida, boasts a vibrant array of outdoor attractions, cultural landmarks, and museums, making it an appealing destination for visitors. From pristine beaches like Siesta Key Beach and Lido Key Beach to cultural gems such as The Ringling Museum and Mote Marine Laboratory, there’s something for everyone.
When it comes to accommodations near Sarasota Surgical Center, visitors have a variety of well-regarded options, including The Ritz-Carlton Sarasota, Hyatt Regency Sarasota, and Hotel Indigo Sarasota.
For those seeking adventure or relaxation, Sarasota offers an abundance of experiences, such as exploring Myakka River State Park, strolling along the Sarasota Bayfront, or visiting Marie Selby Botanical Gardens—promising enjoyable activities for all.
Financial Assistance Policy
Our goal is to ensure all patients can receive quality and timely access to care. In order to provide better service to our patients we offer a variety of financial assistance options to best suite your individual needs. Please contact our dedicated Financial Counselor at (850) 484-4080 ext 8074 for questions or inquiries regarding our financial assistance options available.
The completed application along with proof of income must be received in order to complete the evaluation process. Allow 30 days for processing once all documents are returned. Incomplete applications will not be processed. Please be advised that if the information requested is not received within the next 30 days, we will continue our normal billing practice.
Application Process
Patients interested in financial assistance can reach out to the Financial Counselor for application processing.
- Payment Plans
Patients unable to pay the amount due at time of service or patients with large deductibles are encouraged to contact the Financial Counselor to set-up a payment plan. - Discounts
Uninsured patients may be eligible to receive a discount for services. For more information, contact the Financial Counselor. Patients with insurance may be eligible for prompt pay discounts in compliance with their carrier regulations.
Charity Cases
To apply for medical assistance please contact our Financial counselor at (850) 484-4080 ext 8074. Items required for evaluation:
- A copy of your three (3) most recent paycheck stubs showing total earnings (before taxes) for you and your spouse (if applicable), and proof of any other income received in the household (retirement, Social Security, child support, etc). AND
- A copy of your most current Federal tax return including W-2(s). If self-employed, please include all schedules with your return. If you did not file taxes last year, you must submit a letter stating that you did not file and why. OR
- If you receive assistance from or live in the home with family or friends, please have them complete the attached form labeled “Letter of Support”. This will NOT make them responsible for your medical bill. This will only serve to show how you are able to afford living expenses. If you receive no assistance, the Letter of Support does not need to be completed. AND
- Your Medicaid case number, if applicable. If minor children are in the home, you must submit valid Medicaid denial for income or assets. This is required even if the patient has health insurance. Failure to cooperate with child support is not a valid denial. Financial Assistance applicants must comply with screening and application requirements for public assistance (for example Medicaid) in order to be eligible for Financial Assistance.
Financial Information
Disclosure: Plans and network acceptances may vary. The carrier websites include a cost estimator to allow for a personalized procedure cost estimate based on your specific insurance plan. Please request the procedure codes by contacting the facility or ask for a procedure cost estimate. We strongly encourage patients to contact their health insurer for more information on the total cost after adjustments, deductions and copayments. Providers may or may not participate with the same health insurers or health maintenance organizations as the clinical practice which can cause some facility visits to be “out-of-network”. Patients with services rendered at Clearway Surgery Center will obtain a bill directly from the Clearway Surgery Center for facility fees and from Clearway Pain Solutions Institute for physician fees.
To confirm which carrier or specific plans your provider is in network with, please contact us at:
Background
Medicare initiated the Bundled Payments for Care Improvement (BPCI) that ensures facilities enter payment arrangements that include financial and performance outcomes for episodes of care. These outcomes lead to higher quality and lower cost to Medicare. Previously Medicare would make separate payments to providers for each service provided during a single course of treatment leading to fragmented care and outcomes (CMS, 2016). Patients have the right to price transparency and what is included in bundled services or a single fee that accounts for several components to care.
Beneficiary Choice
Patients can always choose which providers or facilities to obtain care through regardless of participating status with BPCI initiatives. Patients will retain their full Medicare benefits regardless. The redesign is to improve quality of care while lowering the cost of care to Medicare.
Bundled Payment Process
Patients who private pay for services may benefit from bundled payments as it allows for more timely allowance to prepare financially for services. Private pay patients can expect a $399 facility fee that includes imaging, medication and supplies during the procedure in addition to the separate procedure fee. Patients have the choice of what facility they would like to receive treatment from.
CMS (2016). Bundled Payments for Care Improvement Initiative (BPCI). Retrieved July 1, 2018 from https://www.cms.gov/Newsroom/MediaReleaseDatabase/Fact-sheets/2016-Fact-sheets-items/2016-04-18.html
Patients are encouraged to compare pricing for procedures through Florida Health Price Finder.
Patients are expected to pay at time of service Patients will be provided with billing statement 7 business days after discharge. Patients should be reminded that they will receive two billing statements for services; one from the facility and one from the physician. Patients will also receive an Explanation of Benefits from their insurance carrier outlining charges. This is not a bill from the facility or physician. Patients will receive three billing statements and a collection letter if no payment or payment plan have been made. Please reach out to your Patient Billing Liaison with any questions pertaining to your statement to avoid going to collections.
Cost Sharing patients should contact their insurer or health maintenance organization regarding the cost-sharing responsibilities.
Questions about your bill can be directed to the Patient Billing Liaison at (855) 527-PAIN.
Disclosures
Services Provider Disclosure
Services may be provided in this health care facility by the facility as well as other health care providers who may separately bill the patient and who may or may not participate with the same health insurers or health maintenance organization as the facility.
BMR Anesthesia 4133 Castle Gate Drive Pace, Florida 32571 Telephone: 1.800.433.1439
Personalized Estimates Disclosures
Patients and prospective patients may request from the facility and other health care providers a more personalized good faith estimate of charges and other information. Patients and prospective patients should contact each health care practitioner who will provide services in the ASC to determine the health insurers and health maintenance organizations with which the health care practitioner participates as a network provider or preferred provider. Patients may pay less for a procedure or service at another facility that the provider is credentialed with.
Accompanying Patients and Driver
Patients are required to have a responsible driver over the age of 18 years old with a valid driver’s license accompany the patient to the procedure and remain at the facility during the procedure until discharge. Patients should not bring any children to the facility.
Financial Interest
Providers providing services at Clearway Surgery Center of Sarasota may have direct financial interest in the facility.
Quality Assurance
Patients are encouraged to review the quality measure outcomes and statistics in relation to our facility and other facilities through Medicare Hospital Compare and Florida Health Finder (AHCA).
