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Dr. Christopher Rice, MD

Anesthesiologist

Monroeville, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Rice, Anesthesiologist in Monroeville, PA?

    Dr. Christopher Rice, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Monroeville, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Rice is currently affiliated with Forbes Regional Hospital Department Of Anesthesiol. Dr. Rice is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rice’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rice’s office at (412) 858-2000.

    What languages does Dr. Rice speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Rice 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. Rice. 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:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Rice 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. Rice. 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:

    • 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

    Does Dr. Rice accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rice accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (412) 858-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Rice accept in Monroeville, PA?

    Dr. Rice in Monroeville, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Martin's Point Health Care

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Rice's office located?

    Forbes Regional Hospital Department Of Anesthesiol

    2570 Haymaker Rd

    Monroeville, PA 15146

    (412) 858-2000

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    Dr. Christopher Rice's Practice 2

    1301 Carlisle St

    Natrona Heights, PA 15065

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    Dr. Christopher Rice's Practice 3

    320 E North Ave

    Pittsburgh, PA 15212

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    What hospitals are Dr. Rice affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Rice has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Forbes Hospital,Monroeville, PA

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

    Dr. Rice's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508022294.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rice?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Rice's specialty?

    Dr. Rice is an Anesthesiologist near Monroeville, PA.

    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. Christopher Rice affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Rice is affiliated with Indiana Regional 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

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    Is Dr. Christopher Rice accepting new patients in Monroeville, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Rice is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christopher Rice offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rice's office at (412) 858-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Christopher Rice?

    Please contact Dr. Rice's office at (412) 858-2000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Rice's office located?

    Dr. Rice's offices are located in Monroeville, PA, Natrona Heights, PA, and Pittsburgh, PA.