Location: Philadelphia

Pain Management, Dermatology, Plastic Surgery, Orthopedic, & ENT Doctors in Philadelphia, PA

The Philadelphia metro spans southeastern Pennsylvania, South Jersey, and northern Delaware, and patients here can choose among academic systems like Penn Medicine, Jefferson, and Temple or community practices on the Main Line and across the river in Camden County.

This Philadelphia hub lists pain management physicians currently in our directory for the region, beginning with a pain specialist in Voorhees Township, NJ, and explains how Pennsylvania and New Jersey insurance rules differ.

The Philadelphia hub now also lists dermatology, plastic surgery, orthopedic surgery, and ENT (ear, nose, and throat) practices, each with a profile for its lead physician; see the specialty sections below.

Featured Providers in the Philadelphia Area

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

• Kavita Gupta D.O. (Voorhees, NJ 08043)

Pain Management and Regenerative Treatments in Philadelphia

Browse providers in Philadelphia by the type of care you need:

• 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.

Dermatologists in Philadelphia

These Philadelphia-area dermatology practices are listed in our directory. Select a listing for its address, phone number, and lead physician profile. Browse all Dermatology listings.

• Center City Dermatology – lead physician Stephen D. Hess, MD, PhD (1500 Walnut Street Suite 1240, Philadelphia, PA 19102)
• Dermatology of Philadelphia – lead physician Mark Abdelmalek, MD (200 N 16th Street Suite D, Philadelphia, PA 19102)

Plastic Surgeons in Philadelphia

These Philadelphia-area plastic surgery practices are listed in our directory. Select a listing for its address, phone number, and lead physician profile. Browse all Plastic Surgery listings.

• Cross Medical Group – lead physician Kevin J. Cross, MD (2200 Arch Street Suite 120, Philadelphia, PA 19103)
• The Pennsylvania Centre for Plastic Surgery – lead physician Scott A. Brenman, MD, FACS (822 Pine Street Suite 3B, Philadelphia, PA 19107)

Orthopedic Surgeons in Philadelphia

These Philadelphia-area orthopedic surgery practices are listed in our directory. Select a listing for its address, phone number, and lead physician profile. Browse all Orthopedic Surgery listings.

• Chertow Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine – lead physician Todd E. Chertow, MD (2800 S 20th Street Building 12 Suite D, Philadelphia, PA 19145)

ENT Doctors in Philadelphia

These Philadelphia-area ENT (ear, nose, and throat) practices are listed in our directory. Select a listing for its address, phone number, and lead physician profile. Browse all ENT listings.

• University Otolaryngology Associates – lead physician Matthew J. Nagorsky, MD, FACS (205 N Broad Street Suite 401, Philadelphia, PA 19107)

How to Choose a Pain Specialist in Philadelphia

Because the metro crosses state lines, check that the physician is licensed in the state where you will be treated and that your plan, whether Pennsylvania HealthChoices or NJ FamilyCare, includes that practice. For back and neck pain, ask whether the practice coordinates with physical therapy and rehabilitation programs such as Jefferson’s Moss-Magee Rehabilitation.

• 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 Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine / State Board of Osteopathic Medicine, 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: Philadelphia, PA

The Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD metropolitan area has an estimated population of 6,329,118 (U.S. Census Bureau, Vintage 2025 population estimates). Major hospitals and medical centers in the region include:

• Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania – Penn Medicine’s flagship hospital in University City.
• Thomas Jefferson University Hospital – Jefferson Health’s flagship hospital in Center City.
• Temple University Hospital – Academic hospital in North Philadelphia.
• Jefferson Moss-Magee Rehabilitation – Jefferson Health’s inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation network.
• Cooper University Hospital – Academic medical center in Camden, NJ.
• Virtua Voorhees Hospital – Virtua Health hospital in Voorhees Township, NJ.

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

Insurance and coverage notes for Philadelphia

• Pennsylvania Medicaid program: Pennsylvania Medical Assistance (HealthChoices managed care).
• Pennsylvania auto policies are written as either “limited tort” or “full tort,” which can matter if pain care follows a car accident.
• Pennsylvania drivers choose limited or full tort, while New Jersey drivers carry PIP; the rules that apply depend on your policy, not where the clinic is.
• New Jersey auto policies include Personal Injury Protection (PIP), which typically pays first for medically necessary treatment after a car accident.
• New Jersey Medicaid program: NJ FamilyCare.

Nearby Cities Served

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

• Voorhees Township, NJ
• Cherry Hill, NJ
• Camden, NJ
• King of Prussia
• Wilmington, DE
• Bensalem
• Media

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a New Jersey pain doctor treat me if I live in Philadelphia?

Yes, if you travel to the New Jersey office. The physician must be licensed in the state where care is delivered, and your insurance must include the practice in its network.

Does Pennsylvania Medicaid cover pain management?

Pennsylvania Medical Assistance through HealthChoices plans covers medically necessary specialist care, but networks and prior-authorization rules for injections vary by plan. Call your plan before booking.

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

Search the Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine / State Board of Osteopathic Medicine license lookup, or use the national DocInfo.org database from the Federation of State Medical Boards. Board certification can be checked at CertificationMatters.org.

What conditions do pain management doctors in Philadelphia 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.

Is regenerative medicine like PRP covered by insurance?

Many insurers consider PRP and other orthobiologic injections investigational, so they are often self-pay. Ask the practice for a written estimate and check your plan’s policy before treatment.

How can I check a dermatologist’s or plastic surgeon’s credentials in Philadelphia?

Confirm an active license with the Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine / State Board of Osteopathic Medicine, or search nationally at DocInfo.org. Board certification in dermatology can be checked with the American Board of Dermatology (or the American Osteopathic Board of Dermatology for DOs), and in plastic surgery with the American Board of Plastic Surgery.

Does insurance cover dermatology or plastic surgery in Philadelphia?

Medically necessary care, such as evaluating a suspicious mole or some reconstructive surgery, is often covered, while cosmetic procedures usually are not. Coverage and referral rules vary by plan, so check with your insurer and ask the practice for written pricing for anything that may be self-pay.

How can I check an orthopedic surgeon’s or ENT doctor’s credentials in Philadelphia?

Confirm an active license with the Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine / State Board of Osteopathic Medicine, or search nationally at DocInfo.org. Board certification in orthopaedic surgery can be checked with the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (or the American Osteopathic Board of Orthopedic Surgery for DOs), and in otolaryngology with the American Board of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery.

Do I need a referral to see an orthopedic surgeon or ENT doctor in Philadelphia?

It depends on your health plan. Some plans let you book a specialist directly, while others, often HMO plans, require a referral from your primary care doctor. Check with your insurer, and ask the practice what it needs before your first visit.