Pain Management in Castle Rock
Interventional spine, joint, and nerve pain treatment at 2360 Meadows Blvd
Dr. Carrera's Castle Rock office is located at 2360 Meadows Boulevard, just off the Meadows Parkway exit on I-25. The office includes both a clinic for consultations and an in-office procedure suite with fluoroscopy (live X-ray), which means many injections can be done right in the office rather than at a surgery center. This saves patients both time and money.
At many Denver and Colorado Springs pain practices, new patients wait 2 to 3 months just for an initial evaluation, and then another 2 to 4 weeks before a procedure is scheduled. Dr. Carrera's team works on a different timeline. Most patients are evaluated within one week of referral and have their first procedure done within two weeks of that initial call.
What to expect at your first visit
Dr. Carrera's team will review your imaging (MRI, X-ray, CT), examine you, and explain what is causing your pain. Your provider pulls up images on the screen and walks you through what they see so you understand exactly what is going on. If a procedure is appropriate, the team can often schedule it before you leave the office.
In-office procedures vs. surgery center
Many of the injections performed by Dr. Carrera's team - including epidurals, nerve blocks, joint injections, and PRP - are done in the office procedure suite. This means lower out-of-pocket costs compared to a surgery center. More complex procedures like kyphoplasty, spinal cord stimulator trials, and Intracept are performed at the outpatient surgery center in the same building.
Dr. Carrera is double board-certified in interventional pain medicine and physical medicine and rehabilitation (PM&R). He completed medical school, residency, and fellowship training at the University of Colorado.
Your timeline of care
1. Your provider sends a referral, or you call the office directly at 720-455-3775.
2. The front desk calls you within 1 to 2 business days to schedule your evaluation.
3. You are seen by Dr. Carrera's team for an evaluation, typically within one week of referral.
4. If a procedure is recommended, it is usually scheduled within one week of your visit.
For patients with acute compression fractures or new disc herniations, the team can often arrange faster access. Mention this when you call.
For Castle Rock area referring providers
Fax referrals to 720-455-3776. Dr. Carrera's team handles prior authorizations and insurance verification so your office does not have to. Patients are typically evaluated within one week of referral, and procedures are scheduled within one week of the initial consultation.
For patients with acute compression fractures or new disc herniations, call 720-455-3775 directly and the team will arrange urgent access.
Frequently asked questions - Castle Rock
Do I need an MRI before my first appointment? An MRI is helpful but not required. Dr. Carrera's team can evaluate you and determine whether imaging is needed based on your history and examination. If you already have an MRI, bring the disc or let the office know where it was done so the team can pull it up.
Can I self-refer, or do I need a referral from my PCP? Some insurance plans require a referral, while others allow you to schedule directly. Call 720-455-3775 and the front desk will check your specific plan.
What if I need a procedure urgently? For acute compression fractures or new disc herniations, the team can often arrange faster access. Mention your situation when you call.
Call 720-455-3775 to schedule an appointment