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18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Prescott, Anesthesiologist in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Francis Prescott, DO is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Tacoma, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Prescott completed his residency at Baystate Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Baystate Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Prescott is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Prescott’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Prescott’s office at (360) 736-2803.
Where did Dr. Prescott go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Baystate Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Baystate Med Ctr, General Surgery
Is Dr. Prescott board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Francis Prescott, DO is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Prescott speak?
Dr. Prescott and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Prescott typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Prescott diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Prescott. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
Also known as:
- Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastric Conditions
- Duodenal Conditions
- Digestive System Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum
Also known as:
- Other Esophagus Condition
- Esophagus Disorder
- Various esophageal diseases
- Miscellaneous esophagus problems
- Other food pipe issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2289: Other specified disease of esophagus
Also known as:
- Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Left Wrist Nerve Compression
- Left Hand Numbness
- Left CTS
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Prescott typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Prescott performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Prescott. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
- Sciatic Nerve Block
- Sciatica Injection
- Steroid Injection for Sciatica
- Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Prescott accept my insurance?
Dr. Prescott accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (360) 736-2803 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Prescott accept in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Prescott in Tacoma, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
First Health Group
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Premera Blue Cross
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Prescott's office located?
Dr. Francis Prescott's Primary Practice
1812 S J St Ste 120
Tacoma, WA 98405
(360) 736-2803
What is Dr. Prescott's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Prescott's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710945993.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Prescott?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Prescott
What is Dr. Francis Prescott's specialty?
Dr. Prescott is a Anesthesiologist near Tacoma, WA.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Francis Prescott affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Prescott is affiliated with St. Joseph Medical Center - Tacoma, St. Francis Hospital - Federal Way, Wa, Peacehealth St. John Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Francis Prescott accepting new patients in Tacoma, WA?
Yes, Dr. Francis Prescott is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Francis Prescott offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Prescott's office at (360) 736-2803 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Francis Prescott?
Please contact Dr. Prescott's office at (360) 736-2803 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Francis Prescott have?
Dr. Francis Prescott is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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