Pain Management & Regenerative Medicine Doctors in New York, NY

New York City has one of the densest networks of pain, spine, and musculoskeletal specialists in the world, from hospital-based programs in Manhattan to independent interventional practices in the outer boroughs, Long Island, and across the Hudson in New Jersey.

This hub covers the New York metro area. It lists the pain management and neuromodulation specialists currently in our directory in Midtown Manhattan, on Long Island in Bay Shore, and in Hoboken, NJ, and explains how no-fault, workers’ comp, and Medicaid managed care affect pain care in New York.

Featured Providers in the New York Area

These practices are currently listed for the New York area. Select a listing to see its address, phone number, and services.

• Ainsworth Institute of Pain Management – Advanced neuromodulation, DRG stimulation, and regenerative spine care in Midtown Manhattan. (115 E. 57th St., Suite 1210, New York, NY 10022)
• Corey W. Hunter, MD – Founder & Interventional Pain Management Specialist, MD, FIPP (115 E. 57th St., Suite 1210, New York, NY 10022)
• New York Spine & Pain Physicians – Personalized interventional spine, pain management, and PRP therapy on Long Island. (8 Saxon Ave, Suite E, Bay Shore, NY 11706)
• Daniel J. Kohane, MD – Interventional Pain Medicine & PM&R Physician (8 Saxon Ave, Suite E, Bay Shore, NY 11706)
• Visco Spine & Joint Center – Comprehensive interventional spine, joint, and neuromodulation care across Northern New Jersey. (720 Monroe St., Suite C208, Hoboken, NJ 07030)
• Latrice A. Akuamoah, MD, MPH – Director of Interventional Pain and Neuromodulation (720 Monroe St., Suite C208, Hoboken, NJ 07030)

Pain Management and Regenerative Treatments in New York

Not sure where to start? These are the treatment categories you can explore for New York:

• Pain Treatment – Interventional pain physicians who diagnose and treat back, neck, joint, and nerve pain with image-guided injections, nerve blocks, radiofrequency ablation, and neuromodulation.
• Regenerative Medicine – Practices offering orthobiologic treatments such as platelet-rich plasma (PRP). Many of these treatments are self-pay, so ask for written pricing.
• Recovery & Rehab – Physical medicine and rehabilitation (PM&R) and recovery-focused care that helps restore function after injury or surgery.
• Longevity & Wellness – Wellness-oriented and preventive practices that may complement medical pain care.
• Med Spa & Aesthetics – Medical aesthetics and med spa providers listed in the directory.

How to Choose a Pain Specialist in New York

In New York, it helps to decide early whether you want a hospital-affiliated program (HSS, NYU Langone, NewYork-Presbyterian, Mount Sinai) or an independent practice that may offer faster access to advanced procedures. If your pain follows a car accident or a work injury, ask up front whether the practice accepts New York no-fault or is authorized by the Workers’ Compensation Board, since not every office does.

• Board certification. Look for certification in pain medicine, anesthesiology, physical medicine and rehabilitation, or a related specialty. You can check it for free at CertificationMatters.org (ABMS).
• State license. Confirm an active license with the New York State Education Department, Office of the Professions, or search nationally at DocInfo.org (FSMB).
• Treatment approach. Ask whether the practice uses image guidance (fluoroscopy or ultrasound) for injections and how it combines procedures with physical therapy and non-opioid options.
• Coverage and cost. Confirm network status with your insurer, and get written pricing for anything that may be self-pay.

Local Health Care Context: New York, NY

The New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ metropolitan area has an estimated population of 20,112,448 (U.S. Census Bureau, Vintage 2025 population estimates). Major hospitals and medical centers in the region include:

• Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) – Orthopedic and rheumatology specialty hospital on Manhattan’s Upper East Side.
• NYU Langone Health – Academic system including NYU Langone Orthopedics and Rusk Rehabilitation.
• NewYork-Presbyterian – Academic system affiliated with Weill Cornell Medicine and Columbia University.
• Mount Sinai Health System – Academic system headquartered on the Upper East Side with campuses across Manhattan and Brooklyn.
• NYC Health + Hospitals/Bellevue – The city’s public hospital system and its flagship hospital.
• Northwell Health – Large system serving Long Island, Queens, Staten Island, and Manhattan (including Lenox Hill Hospital).

Hospital names are provided for local orientation only. These institutions are not affiliated with Physician Care Near Me, and their inclusion does not mean a listed practice is affiliated with them.

Insurance and coverage notes for New York

• New York Medicaid program: New York State Medicaid managed care and the Essential Plan.
• New York is a no-fault auto insurance state, so pain care after a car accident is usually billed first to the patient’s own auto policy.
• Work injuries are handled through the New York State Workers’ Compensation Board system, which requires treating providers to be authorized for workers’ comp care.
• Hoboken and other Hudson County, NJ practices follow New Jersey PIP and NJ FamilyCare rules rather than New York’s.
• New Jersey auto policies include Personal Injury Protection (PIP), which typically pays first for medically necessary treatment after a car accident.

Nearby Cities Served

Providers near New York may also serve these communities. Linked cities already have listings in our directory.

• Bay Shore, NY
• Hoboken, NJ
• Brooklyn
• Queens
• The Bronx
• Jersey City, NJ
• White Plains, NY

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I see a pain specialist in NYC after a car accident without paying out of pocket?

New York is a no-fault state, so your own auto policy generally pays first for necessary medical care up to your policy limits. Confirm the practice accepts no-fault claims and bring your claim number to the first visit.

What is neuromodulation and do NYC clinics offer it?

Neuromodulation refers to implanted devices such as spinal cord stimulators and dorsal root ganglion (DRG) stimulators that change how pain signals reach the brain. Several NYC-area practices in our directory list neuromodulation among their services; ask about trial periods and candidacy.

How can I check a pain doctor’s license in New York?

Search the New York State Education Department, Office of the Professions license lookup, or use the national DocInfo.org database from the Federation of State Medical Boards. Board certification can be checked at CertificationMatters.org.

Does New York Medicaid cover pain management?

New York State Medicaid managed care and the Essential Plan covers medically necessary specialist care, but networks and prior-authorization rules for injections and procedures vary by plan. Call your plan to find in-network pain specialists.

What conditions do pain management doctors in New York treat?

Pain specialists commonly evaluate and treat chronic back and neck pain, sciatica, arthritis and joint pain, nerve pain such as neuropathy, headaches, and pain after injury or surgery. Each practice’s listing shows the services it reports offering.