In short:
- Rockwell Pain Management’s Astoria location is at 3-01 27th Avenue, Astoria, NY 11102, phone 917-765-6787.
- Nicole Hidalgo, FNP, sees patients in Astoria on Tuesdays.
- Treatment is non-surgical and non-opioid: shockwave, EMTT, and laser therapy for joint, tendon, and chronic pain.
- Most Medicaid plans are accepted, and we can help arrange Medicaid transportation if getting here is a barrier.
- First visits typically run 30 minutes and include a review of your history, a pain assessment, and a treatment plan, no surprise procedures on day one.
If you’re in Astoria or elsewhere in Queens and looking for a pain management option that doesn’t start with surgery or opioids, Rockwell Pain Management’s Astoria office is a local option worth knowing about.
Location and hours
Address: 3-01 27th Avenue, Astoria, NY 11102
Phone: 917-765-6787
Provider day: Nicole Hidalgo, FNP, sees patients in Astoria on Tuesdays.
The office is easily reached by subway and bus from throughout western and central Queens. If getting to your appointment is the barrier, not the treatment itself, see our guide to Medicaid transportation, most patients don’t realize rides to appointments are a covered benefit.
What we treat
Joint pain, muscle pain, tendon injuries, sports-related conditions, overuse injuries, and general chronic pain, all without surgery or opioid medication. Our approach uses shockwave therapy, EMTT, and laser therapy, technology-based treatment aimed at reducing inflammation and supporting the body’s own healing.
Meet Nicole Hidalgo, FNP
Nicole Hidalgo is a Family Nurse Practitioner and the pain recovery specialist at Rockwell Pain Management. Her approach is conservative and individualized: non-invasive technology first, tailored to your specific condition rather than a one-size-fits-all protocol.
What to expect at your first visit
A first appointment at Rockwell Pain Management typically runs about 30 minutes and includes:
- A review of your medical history and current symptoms
- A physical assessment of the area causing pain
- A conversation about what’s been tried already and what hasn’t worked
- A treatment plan built around your specific situation, not a generic script
Bring a photo ID, your insurance or Medicaid card, and any relevant medical records or imaging if you have them. There’s no obligation to start treatment the same day, the first visit is about understanding your situation accurately.
Insurance and Medicaid
We accept most major insurance plans and Medicaid. If transportation to your appointment is a concern, Medicaid covers non-emergency rides to medical visits, our front desk can help you figure out how to set that up.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Rockwell Pain Management’s Astoria office located?
3-01 27th Avenue, Astoria, NY 11102. Nicole Hidalgo, FNP, sees patients at this location on Tuesdays.
What conditions does Rockwell Pain Management Astoria treat?
Joint pain, muscle pain, tendon injuries, sports-related conditions, overuse injuries, and chronic pain, treated with non-surgical, non-opioid technology including shockwave, EMTT, and laser therapy.
How do I choose a pain management doctor?
Look for a provider whose approach matches what you’re looking for, some focus on interventional procedures like injections, others focus on non-invasive technology and conservative care. Ask what treatments they actually offer and how they build a plan around your specific condition, not just what conditions they list on a website.
What should I bring to my first pain management appointment?
A photo ID, your insurance or Medicaid card, and any relevant medical records or imaging you have. It’s also helpful to have a general sense of your pain history: when it started, what makes it better or worse, and what you’ve already tried.
How long does a first pain management appointment take?
At Rockwell Pain Management, a new patient visit typically runs about 30 minutes, covering your history, a physical assessment, and a treatment plan.
What happens at a first pain management appointment?
Expect a conversation about your history and symptoms, a physical assessment of the area causing pain, and a discussion of a treatment plan. It’s a diagnostic and planning visit, not typically a treatment session on day one.
Does Rockwell Pain Management accept Medicaid in Astoria?
Yes, most Medicaid plans are accepted. Medicaid also covers non-emergency transportation to your appointment if getting here is a barrier, ask our front desk for help setting that up.
