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About Dr. Carlos A. Buxo Tirado
Background and practice information
Dr. Carlos A. Buxo Tirado is an interventional pain specialist with over 26 years of clinical experience serving patients in the San Juan, PR area. He completed his medical training at Other and has been in practice since 2000.
Dr. Carlos A. Buxo Tirado's clinical practice focuses on treating patients with moderate to severe pain, nerve pain and seizures, nerve pain, fibromyalgia, and seizures. In addition to interventional pain management, he also specializes in anesthesiology and pain management.
Dr. Carlos A. Buxo Tirado is in-network with 2 insurance providers, including Florida Blue: Triple-S (PR), Medicare. Patients are encouraged to verify coverage with his office before scheduling an appointment.
Additional specialties: Anesthesiology, Pain Management
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2 locations
1395 Calle San Rafael
San Juan, PR 00909
(787) 999-7621
Y38 Ave Blvd Monroig
Toa Baja, PR 00949
(787) 200-0324
Treatment & Experience
Clinical practice and procedure experience for Dr. Carlos A. Buxo Tirado
Services & Procedures
Dr. Carlos A. Buxo Tirado's clinical practice encompasses office visits, injections & procedures, other services.
Office Visits
40 servicesDr. Carlos A. Buxo Tirado provides patient consultations ranging from routine follow-ups to comprehensive evaluations, including follow-up visit and new patient visit.
Injections & Procedures
79 servicesDr. Carlos A. Buxo Tirado performs therapeutic injections and minor procedures, including injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, each additional level, injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, single level, and other related services.
Other Services
24 servicesDr. Carlos A. Buxo Tirado provides additional clinical services, including destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, each additional facet joint and destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, single facet joint.
Treatment Approach
Dr. Carlos A. Buxo Tirado's treatment approach includes prescribing Oxycodone Hcl/acetaminophen (Oxycodone-acetaminophen), Tramadol Hcl, Tizanidine Hcl for his patients. These medications are commonly used for treating moderate to severe pain, nerve pain and seizures. He prescribing profile reflects experience across a wide range of treatments, addressing multiple aspects of patient care within his specialty. Dr. Carlos A. Buxo Tirado has treated a significant number of Medicare patients, demonstrating an established practice in this area.
Source: CMS Medicare Provider Utilization and Payment Data, 2023.
Insurance Networks
Accepted insurance plans and networks
Dr. Carlos A. Buxo Tirado accepts 2 plans from 2 insurers, including Florida Blue: Triple-S (PR), Medicare.
Source: CMS Transparency in Coverage filings (March 2026). Network participation may change — verify with the provider's office before scheduling.
Financial Transparency
Industry payment disclosures
Pharmaceutical and medical device companies disclosed $21.5K in payments to Dr. Carlos A. Buxo Tirado in 2024, primarily from Medtronic, Inc. for compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a v. These disclosures are required by federal law under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act.
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Source: CMS Open Payments, 2024.
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About Interventional Pain Management
Specialty overview and common conditions
An interventional pain specialist is a physician who diagnoses and treats chronic pain conditions using minimally invasive procedures and image-guided techniques. These specialists perform targeted injections, nerve blocks, and implantable device procedures to reduce pain at its source. Intervention...
Common conditions treated by interventional pain management specialists:
- Lumbar Radiculopathy (Sciatica)
- Facet Joint Syndrome
- Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction
- Spinal Stenosis
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carlos A. Buxo Tirado
Does Dr. Buxo Tirado accept Medicare?
Yes, Dr. Buxo Tirado accepts Medicare assignment. Patients with Medicare coverage can see Dr. Buxo Tirado and typically pay less out of pocket when using a provider who accepts Medicare assignment.
What insurance does Dr. Buxo Tirado accept?
Dr. Buxo Tirado is in-network with 2 insurance providers, including Florida Blue: Triple-S (PR), Medicare. Insurance networks can change, so patients should verify their specific plan coverage directly with Dr. Buxo Tirado's office before scheduling.
Does Dr. Buxo Tirado offer telehealth or virtual appointments?
Dr. Buxo Tirado does not currently list telehealth services. For virtual care options, contact the office directly or consider other interventional pain management providers in San Juan who offer telehealth.
What conditions does Dr. Buxo Tirado treat?
As a interventional pain management specialist, Dr. Buxo Tirado commonly treats conditions including lumbar radiculopathy (sciatica), facet joint syndrome, sacroiliac joint dysfunction, spinal stenosis, complex regional pain syndrome (crps), and other related health concerns. Contact the office to discuss your specific healthcare needs.
What medications does Dr. Buxo Tirado commonly prescribe?
Based on Medicare prescribing data, Dr. Buxo Tirado commonly prescribes medications including Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen, Tramadol Hcl, Tizanidine Hcl. The specific medications prescribed depend on each patient's individual diagnosis and health needs. Patients should discuss treatment options directly with Dr. Buxo Tirado during their consultation.
Where did Dr. Buxo Tirado go to medical school?
Dr. Buxo Tirado completed medical training at Other and has been practicing since 2000, bringing over 26 years of clinical experience.
Where is Dr. Buxo Tirado's office located?
Dr. Buxo Tirado practices at 1395 CALLE SAN RAFAEL, San Juan, PR 00909. You can reach the office by calling (787) 999-7621.
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Buxo Tirado?
To schedule an appointment with Dr. Buxo Tirado, call the office at (787) 999-7621. New patients should have their insurance information and medical records ready when calling.
Data source: CMS National Provider Registry ·
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