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Dr. Oscar Penate, MD

Anesthesiologist

Ashland, KY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Penate, Anesthesiologist in Ashland, KY?

    Dr. Oscar Penate, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Ashland, KY. He is board certified. Dr. Penate is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Penate’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Penate’s office at (606) 408-4000.

    Is Dr. Penate board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Oscar Penate, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Penate speak?

    Dr. Penate and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Penate typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Penate 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. Penate. 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:

    • Abnormal Blood Gas Levels
    • Blood
    • Blood gas imbalance
    • Irregular blood gases
    • Blood gas disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7981: Abnormal blood-gas level

    Also known as:

    • Other Aortic Valve Disorder
    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Leaky Mitral Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Problems
    • Aortic Valve Conditions
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve
    • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
    • Mitral Regurgitation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I358: Other nonrheumatic aortic valve disorders
    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
    • I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency

    Also known as:

    • Vascular Access Device Management
    • Vascular Access Care
    • Port Management
    • Catheter Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device

    Also known as:

    • Other Heart Disease
    • Enlarged Heart
    • Heart Disease
    • Unspecified Heart Condition
    • Atypical Heart Problem
    • Rare Heart Condition
    • Cardiomegaly
    • Big heart
    • Heart enlargement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5189: Other ill-defined heart diseases
    • I517: Cardiomegaly

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Penate typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Oscar Penate may include:

    Please contact Dr. Penate's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Penate accept my insurance?

    Dr. Penate accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (606) 408-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Penate accept in Ashland, KY?

    Dr. Penate in Ashland, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareSource

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Kentucky

    • State of Ohio

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Penate's office located?

    Dr. Oscar Penate's Primary Practice

    2201 Lexington Ave

    Ashland, KY 41101

    (606) 408-4000

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    What hospitals are Dr. Penate affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Penate has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Logan Regional Medical Center,Logan, WV

    What is Dr. Penate's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Penate's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174799977.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Penate?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Penate

    What is Dr. Oscar Penate's specialty?

    Dr. Penate is an Anesthesiologist near Ashland, KY.

    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 Dr. Oscar Penate affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Penate is affiliated with Uk King's Daughters Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    When to see an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Oscar Penate accepting new patients in Ashland, KY?

    Yes, Dr. Oscar Penate is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Oscar Penate offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Penate's office at (606) 408-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Oscar Penate?

    Please contact Dr. Penate's office at (606) 408-4000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Penate's office located?

    Dr. Penate's office is located in Ashland, KY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Oscar Penate have?

    Dr. Oscar Penate is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.