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Dr. Colin Sauer, MD

Anesthesiologist

Peoria, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sauer, Anesthesiologist in Peoria, IL?

    Dr. Colin Sauer, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Peoria, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Sauer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sauer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sauer’s office at (309) 672-5654.

    Where did Dr. Sauer go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: University of Missouri / Columbia Campus

    What languages does Dr. Sauer speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Sauer 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. Sauer. 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:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy Lens
    • Lens Opacity
    • Eye Clouding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H269: Unspecified cataract

    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 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:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Sauer 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. Sauer. 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

    Does Dr. Sauer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sauer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (309) 672-5654 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sauer accept in Peoria, IL?

    Dr. Sauer in Peoria, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of Illinois

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    Where is Dr. Sauer's office located?

    Dr. Colin Sauer's Primary Practice

    221 NE Glen Oak Ave

    Peoria, IL 61636

    (309) 672-5654

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    Dr. Colin Sauer's Practice 2

    600 S 13th St

    Pekin, IL 61554

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    Dr. Colin Sauer's Practice 3

    611 W Park St

    Urbana, IL 61801

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    What hospitals are Dr. Sauer affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Sauer has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Carle Health Proctor Hospital,Peoria, IL
    Carle Health Pekin Hospital,Pekin, IL

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

    Dr. Sauer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144482761.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sauer?

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

    What is Dr. Colin Sauer's specialty?

    Dr. Sauer is an Anesthesiologist near Peoria, IL.

    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. Colin Sauer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sauer is affiliated with Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Morris Hospital & Healthcare Centers 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

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

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    Is Dr. Colin Sauer accepting new patients in Peoria, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Colin Sauer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Colin Sauer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sauer's office at (309) 672-5654 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Colin Sauer?

    Please contact Dr. Sauer's office at (309) 672-5654 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Sauer's office located?

    Dr. Sauer's offices are located in Peoria, IL, Pekin, IL, and Urbana, IL.