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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lensing, Anesthesiologist in Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Christopher Lensing, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Des Moines, IA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Lensing is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lensing’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lensing’s office at (515) 241-6372.
What languages does Dr. Lensing speak?
Dr. Lensing and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Lensing treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Lensing 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. Lensing. 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.
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:
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
Also known as:
- Tooth Decay
- Cavities
- Dental Caries
- Tooth Rot
ICD-10 Codes:
- K029: Dental caries, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
What procedures does Dr. Lensing perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Lensing 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. Lensing. 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.
Also known as:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
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. Lensing accept my insurance?
Dr. Lensing accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 241-6372 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lensing accept in Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Lensing in Des Moines, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Midlands Choice (NE)
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
US Health and Life
Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield
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Where is Dr. Lensing's office located?
Dr. Christopher Lensing's Primary Practice
1200 Pleasant St
Des Moines, IA 50309
(515) 241-6372
Dr. Christopher Lensing's Practice 2
4201 Westown Pkwy Ste 236
West Des Moines, IA 50266
What is Dr. Lensing's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lensing's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265966972.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lensing?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lensing
What is Dr. Christopher Lensing's specialty?
Dr. Lensing is a Anesthesiologist near Des Moines, IA. 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. Contact Dr. Lensing to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Lensing affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lensing is affiliated with UnityPoint Health-Iowa Methodist Medical Center, UnityPoint Health-Methodist West Hospital, MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?
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Is Christopher Lensing accepting new patients in Des Moines, IA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Lensing is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Lensing offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lensing's office at (515) 241-6372 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Lensing?
Please contact Dr. Lensing's office at (515) 241-6372 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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