About Northstar Joint and Spine in Plano, TX

We know that whether you or your family are suffering from chronic pain, it can be daunting. We at Northstar Joint and Spine recognize this and will help manage and treat you in a kind, friendly, and compassionate environment.

Our practice focuses mainly on the evaluation and management of chronic pain in the low back, neck, and joints. We utilize a multidisciplinary approach to pain relief, combining expert procedural care, careful medication management, and collaboration with physical therapists and pain counselors to help you regain your quality of life.

The goal of our practice is to provide you with comprehensive chronic pain care of the highest quality. To achieve this, we ensure the following:

• A comfortable office setting
• Attentive, caring staff
• Expert and excellent procedural care
• Use of innovative treatment options
• Personalized, patient-centered care
• Use of recent technological advances

Dr. Robert J. Nocerini, MD is a distinguished physician and a proud member of the Texas Medical Association. He recognizes that chronic pain is a highly complex condition with many possible causes. Treating it effectively requires more than just clinical expertise—it requires a doctor who is willing to spend the necessary time with you, listen to your concerns, and earn your trust and respect to come up with an effective care plan.

He received his MD from Temple University School of Medicine in Philadelphia, PA. He also completed a residency in Emergency Medicine at Cooper University Hospital in Camden, NJ. After practicing Emergency Medicine for over 10 years, he completed a residency in Anesthesiology and a fellowship in Pain Medicine at UT Southwestern in Dallas, TX. Dr. Nocerini maintains board certifications with the American Board of Medical Specialties in Pain Medicine and Anesthesiology, reflecting his extensive medical background and dedication to his field.

Dr. Nocerini takes a highly personalized approach to every case. He works closely with you to develop an effective, customized care plan designed to address the root cause of your discomfort.

Depending on your unique needs, your personalized care plan may include one or a combination of the following advanced treatments:

Low Back Pain Management
Because low back pain is one of the most common and debilitating conditions our patients face, we offer highly specialized, targeted care for the lumbar spine. From diagnostic evaluations to pinpoint the source of your discomfort, to advanced procedural interventions, our goal is to restore your mobility and provide lasting relief for your lower back.

Epidural and Steroid Injections
These targeted injections deliver powerful anti-inflammatory medication directly to the area around the spinal nerves or affected joints. They are highly effective at reducing swelling and providing significant relief for conditions like sciatica, arthritis, and chronic back or neck pain.

Joint Injections and Nerve Blocks
Performed seamlessly in our comfortable office setting, these minimally invasive procedures introduce medication to specific joints or nerves to interrupt pain signals. This approach is ideal for managing chronic joint pain, headaches, and pelvic or abdominal pain.

Rhizotomies (Radiofrequency Ablation)
For patients needing longer-lasting relief, this advanced procedure uses safely controlled heat to temporarily disable the specific nerves responsible for transmitting pain signals. It is highly beneficial for patients suffering from persistent, chronic low back and neck pain.

• In-Office Setting: Dr. Nocerini performs minor joint injections and other minor injections in our comfortable office setting.
• Advanced Care Setting: He performs more complex spinal injections and other procedures at Baylor Scott & White Centennial in Frisco, TX.

Dr. Nocerini treats many different types of chronic pain, serving adult populations from across the region. We regularly see patients seeking relief from:

• Chronic low back pain (including specialized lumbar spine care)
• Chronic neck pain
• Chronic joint pain and arthritis pain
• Sciatica
• Headaches
• Pelvic pain and abdominal pain
• Pain due to rheumatologic conditions
• Pain due to neuropathy
• Post-procedural pain (such as pain following a previous spine or joint replacement procedure)

We believe that accessing excellent chronic pain care should be as seamless as possible. Dr. Robert J. Nocerini, MD accepts Traditional Medicare, Medicare Advantage, and most major commercial insurance plans. Our practice is currently in-network with a wide variety of providers, including:

• Aetna: Aetna Commercial, Aetna PPO/HMO, Aetna Texas Health EPO
• Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS): BCBS TX HMO/PPO/POS, BCBS TX Medicare PPO, BCBS Premier HMO
• Cigna: Cigna, Cigna Medicare Advantage
• UnitedHealthcare (UHC): UHC Commercial, UHC Medicare
• Humana: Humana Choice Care, Humana Medicare HMO, Humana Medicare PPO/PFFS
• Medicare: Traditional Medicare, Medicare Advantage plans
• HealthSmart: HealthSmart PPO/HMO, HealthSmart Accel, and more

Please contact the office to determine if Dr. Nocerini is in-network with your specific insurance plan prior to your appointment.

Northstar Joint and Spine is located at 7704 San Jacinto Pl, Suite 200, Plano, TX 75024. Free parking is available directly in front of the building, and our second-floor suite is fully wheelchair accessible via the main lobby elevator.

Proximity: Situated in the heart of West Plano’s “Platinum Corridor,” our clinic offers seamless access via major arteries like State Highway 121, the Dallas North Tollway, and Legacy Drive. We are centrally located just minutes from major destinations like Legacy West, The Shops at Legacy, and Stonebriar Centre.

Service Areas: We proudly serve Plano, the greater North Dallas area, and surrounding communities including Frisco, Allen, Addison, McKinney, and The Colony. Located adjacent to major corporate campuses—including Toyota, Capital One, and Liberty Mutual—our clinic is a highly convenient healthcare destination for both local residents and professionals throughout Collin County.

Our patients consistently rate Dr. Nocerini and our clinic with 5-star reviews. We believe this is due to our unwavering commitment to our core practice values:

• A Comfortable Environment: A welcoming office designed to put you at ease during every visit.
• Attentive, Caring Staff: A compassionate team dedicated to supporting you at every step of your care journey.
• Technological Excellence: The integration of recent technological advances and innovative treatments to maximize your relief.
• Accessible Care: A streamlined appointment process and broad insurance network to help you get the care you need when you need it.

You can make an appointment with Dr. Robert J. Nocerini through a call or by visiting our online appointment page. We will notify you to confirm and schedule your appointment. Please allow at least 24 hours for us to contact you for online requests.