Medicare Procedure and Patient Information
2021 Medicare Procedure Volume
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jacob Louis Ezell, MD for Medicare patients.
66 |
Dr. Jacob Louis Ezell, MD is an anesthesiologist in Mayfield Heights, OH specializing in anesthesiology and pain medicine. He graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine in 2015 and has 9 years of experience. Dr. Jacob Louis Ezell, MD is affiliated with Hillcrest Hospital, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland Clinic Main Campus and MENORAH PARK CENTER FOR SENIOR LIVING.
6770 Mayfield Road Mail Code Hmb1
Mayfield Heights, OH 44124
9500 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44195
Joint Injections
A joint is any area of the body where two bones connect. Due to injury or disease, the space between the two bones can sometimes become swollen and inflamed, which leads to pain and a loss of mobility. Injection and aspiration are two tools that physicians use to treat joint pain locally without needing to perform surgery.
Both injection and aspiration are techniques that involve inserting a needle connected to a syringe directly into the joint. Aspiration involves the removal of excess fluid, and injection is the placement of medication directly into the joint space via the needle. Both procedures may be performed at the same time. In both cases a local anesthetic may be used, the skin will be cleaned and disinfected, and then the needle will be inserted. In some cases, especially if the injection or aspiration is in a large and deep joint such as the hip or spine, ultrasound may be used to guide the needle to the exact location desired.
In some cases, irritation to the joint can cause fluid to build up so significantly that the joint hurts and can no longer move well. Aspiration removes some of the excess fluid and relieves the pressure. In addition, aspiration can be used to provide a sample of joint fluid if it needs to be examined microscopically for the presence of white blood cells, bacteria, or crystal formations.
Certain injuries and diseases that affect joints are inflammatory in nature, such as rheumatoid arthritis, tendonitis or gout. These diseases may be helped by the local injection of anti-inflammatory medications directly into the affected joint. In this case, corticosteroids such as methylprednisone are usually used. Relief from the pain may be felt right away and may last for weeks or even months.
In some cases, such as with osteoarthritis, the cartilage buffer between the two bones wears down and pain comes from bones rubbing against each other. In this case, injection of a lubricating agent such as hyaluronic acid may be beneficial. It provides a slippery cushion between the bones to relieve pain that can last for months.
Spinal Cord Stimulation (SCS)
If conservative treatment options and other spine surgeries have failed to provide someone pain relief, they may be a candidate for spinal cord stimulation. Spinal cord stimulation is a treatment for chronic back or leg pain. A spinal cord stimulator, which is surgically implanted underneath the skin (subcutaneously), can deliver electrical pulses to the area of pain. These pulses will reach the brain before the pain signals can, so instead of pain, patients will experience a tingling sensation.
To determine if spinal cord stimulation may benefit someone, they will first undergo a trial period. During this period, a temporary electrode lead is placed subcutaneously above the spinal cord, and it is connected to an external stimulator that they will carry with them. The procedure is typically completed within an hour, and patients may return home the same day. After a few days or weeks, the trial stimulator will be assessed for effectiveness. If the trial is unsuccessful, patients may undergo a second trial period, or the leads will be removed, and other treatment options will be considered. If, instead, a patient's pain is relieved during the trial, they will undergo surgery for implantation of a permanent stimulator and leads.
The components of a spinal cord stimulation system include the stimulator, the leads, and the wire that connects the two. Implantation of permanent leads may be percutaneous (through the skin) or involve a surgical incision. The spinal cord stimulator is implanted subcutaneously in the abdomen or buttock. The stimulator is battery-powered and may be rechargeable. If the battery is not rechargeable, it will last around 2-5 years, and a patient will need surgery to replace it.Their doctor will program the neurostimulator following the procedure.
After spinal cord stimulator surgery, patients may be released from the hospital the same day or the next one. In the weeks following the operation, patients will need to work with their doctors to find the optimal settings for their neurostimulator. Activities such as driving, twisting, bending, raising one's arms, sleeping on one's stomach, or lifting heavy objects should be limited.
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jacob Louis Ezell, MD for Medicare patients.
doctor visit | 66 |
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Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jacob Louis Ezell, MD for Medicare patients.
doctor visit | 66 |
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Dr. Jacob Louis Ezell, MD graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine in 2015. He completed residency at Cleveland Clinic. He is certified by the None and has a state license in Ohio.
Medical School: Indiana University School of Medicine (2015)
Residency: Cleveland Clinic (2019)
Board Certification: None
Licensed In: Ohio
Dr. Jacob Louis Ezell, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Jacob Louis Ezell, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 26 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Jacob Louis Ezell, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Mayfield Heights, OH.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Jacob Louis Ezell, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
Medtronic USA, Inc. |
$4,031
SYNCHROMED $4,031 |
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Abbott Laboratories |
$2,909
Proclaim Family of SCS IPGs $846 |
Proclaim IPG $250 |
Axium INS DRG IPG $12 |
$1,800 |
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Nevro Corp. |
$1,588
Senza Spinal Cord Stimulation System $1,535 |
Omnia $53 |
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Boston Scientific Corporation |
$290
GENERAL - PAIN MANAGEMENT $202 |
SPECTRA WAVEWRITER $88 |
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Nalu Medical, Inc. |
$139
Nalu Neurostimulation System $139 |
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Other |
$345
mild Device Kit $114 |
BRIDION $100 |
Segway blade or mieye camera $71 |
KYPHON Balloon Kyphoplasty $36 |
VYEPTI $24 |
Grant | $5,800 |
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Food and Beverage | $2,336 |
Travel and Lodging | $985 |
Consulting Fee | $100 |
Education | $80 |
Dr. Jacob Ezell's medical specialty is anesthesiology and pain medicine. Clinical interests for Dr. Ezell include stellate ganglion block, celiac plexus block, and lumbar sympathetic block. Patients gave him an average rating of 5.0 stars (out of 5). Dr. Ezell studied medicine at Indiana University School of Medicine. For his residency, Dr. Ezell trained at Cleveland Clinic. He is affiliated with Hillcrest Hospital and Cleveland Clinic Main Campus.