Interventional Pain Specialists of Wisconsin, SC
Pain Management • Caledonia, WI • 2 clinics (Rice Lake and Hudson) plus surgical facility at Oakleaf Surgical Hospital in Altoona, WI locations
Clinic Type
Pain Management
Address
Rice Lake & Hudson, Wisconsin; surgical procedures at Oakleaf Surgical Hospital in Altoona, Wisconsin
Phone
(715) 234-7246
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Opening Hours
Monday – Thursday 8am – 5pm; Friday – Sunday 8am – 5pm
Website
Telehealth
Available
Services Offered
Technology & Equipment
Team
Insurance & Payment
Accepting new patients. Same day appointments available. Accepts most private insurance including all IHC insurance. Also accepts Medicare, Medicaid, & CHIP
Not specified, Pay by credit/debit card, Pay by bill (online/in-person)
Languages Spoken
Pricing
Current Offers
Accepting new patients
FAQs
What treatments are offered?
Epidural steroid injections, joint injections, radiofrequency ablation, orthobiologic regenerative treatments, spine procedures, minimally invasive spine surgeries, spinal cord stimulation, Intracept procedure, endoscopic neurectomy, peptide therapy, GLP-1 weight loss medications.
Are you accepting new patients?
Yes. Accepting new patients. Same day appointments available.
What insurance is accepted?
Accepts most private insurance including all IHC insurance. Also accepts Medicare, Medicaid, & CHIP.
Awards & Accreditations
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- WebMD / Vitals: 4.9 out of 5 stars (288 ratings) for Dr. John Brendel (288 ratings, 282 written reviews)
- Vitals (Dr. Mark Janiga): Mixed (varies by reviewer) (34 ratings, 21 written reviews)
- Lakeshore Pain and Spine Center (serving Caledonia area): 4.97 out of 5 (Not explicitly stated)
Patients praise
- Providers described as knowledgeable, skillful, and competent in diagnosing and treating pain
- Many patients report successful pain relief and restored function following treatments
- Staff frequently noted as compassionate, friendly, and professional
- Clear communication regarding procedures and expectations for patients
Common complaints
- Long hold times and administrative difficulties when contacting clinics by phone
- Complaints regarding billing practices and lack of disclosure for charges
- Occasional negative reports regarding bedside manner, staff attitude, and perceived lack of compassion
- Some patients report long wait times for procedures
- Instances where patients felt their specific condition was dismissed or that they were not prioritized
"Dr Brendel is very personable, listened to me and explained things well. He didn't seem rushed but very relaxed. I feel confident with him."
— WebMD / Patient Review for Dr. John Brendel"Dr Janiga is the very best doctor for pain management. He knows exactly where the problem is and uses his experience and knowledge to fix it."
— Vitals / Patient Review for Dr. Mark Janiga"I would not recommend it. [Regarding billing issues]"
— LocalityBiz / Patient Review for Hudson PhysiciansSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
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