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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sherer, Anesthesiologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Edward Sherer, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. Dr. Sherer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sherer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sherer’s office at (858) 565-9666.
What languages does Dr. Sherer speak?
Dr. Sherer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Sherer typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Sherer 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. Sherer. 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
- Acute pain after chest surgery
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
- Post-thoracotomy pain
- Chest surgery pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
- G8912: Acute post-thoracotomy pain
Also known as:
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Persistent atrial fibrillation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Uncomplicated Childbirth
- Childbirth
- Normal Delivery
- Natural Birth
- Vaginal Delivery
ICD-10 Codes:
- O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Sherer typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Sherer 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. Sherer. 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
- Intercostal Nerve Block (Additional Level)
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
- Rib Nerve Block
- Chest Wall Nerve Injection
- Intercostal Pain Injection
- Thoracic Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64421: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; intercostal nerve, each additional level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Intercostal Nerve Block
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Rib nerve injection
- Chest wall nerve block
- Intercostal pain injection
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64420: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; intercostal nerve, single level
- 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
Also known as:
- Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
- Central Line Placement
- CVC Insertion
- Temporary Central Line
- IV Access Catheter
CPT Codes:
- 36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older
Does Dr. Sherer accept my insurance?
Dr. Sherer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 565-9666 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sherer accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Sherer in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
Scripps Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sherer's office located?
What is Dr. Sherer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sherer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194980599.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sherer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sherer
What is Dr. Edward Sherer's specialty?
Dr. Sherer is a Anesthesiologist near San Diego, CA.
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. Edward Sherer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sherer is affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Mercy Hospital - Coon Rapids, Mn, Sharp Grossmont Hospital 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 Edward Sherer accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Edward Sherer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Edward Sherer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sherer's office at (858) 565-9666 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Edward Sherer?
Please contact Dr. Sherer's office at (858) 565-9666 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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