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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Farmer, Anesthesiologist in Hinsdale, IL?
Dr. Alexander Farmer, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Hinsdale, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Farmer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Farmer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Farmer’s office at (812) 249-6828.
What languages does Dr. Farmer speak?
Dr. Farmer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Farmer typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Farmer 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. Farmer. 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
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Farmer typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Alexander Farmer may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
Please contact Dr. Farmer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Farmer accept my insurance?
Dr. Farmer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (812) 249-6828 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Farmer accept in Hinsdale, IL?
Dr. Farmer in Hinsdale, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Farmer's office located?
What is Dr. Farmer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Farmer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225615347.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Farmer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Farmer
What is Dr. Alexander Farmer's specialty?
Dr. Farmer is a Anesthesiologist near Hinsdale, 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 this Dr. Alexander Farmer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Farmer is affiliated with Uchicago Medicine Adventhealth Hinsdale 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
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Is Alexander Farmer accepting new patients in Hinsdale, IL?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Farmer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexander Farmer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Farmer's office at (812) 249-6828 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexander Farmer?
Please contact Dr. Farmer's office at (812) 249-6828 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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