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Dr. Forrest Ragland, MD

North Platte, NE

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ragland, Anesthesiologist in North Platte, NE?

    Dr. Forrest Ragland, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in North Platte, NE with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Ragland completed his residency at Univ Of Nm Sch Of Med, Anesthesiology. Dr. Ragland is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ragland’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ragland’s office at (308) 568-8000.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Nm Sch Of Med, Anesthesiology | University Of Nm School Of Med

    • Medical School: University of Wi Med Sch, Madison Wi

    Is Dr. Ragland board certified in Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Forrest Ragland, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Ragland speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Ragland treat?

    As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Ragland 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. Ragland. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    Also known as:

    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Childbirth
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery

    Also known as:

    • Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Gastritis
    • Inflamed stomach lining
    • Stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Diaphragmatic Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Hiatal Hernia
    • Hernia of the Diaphragm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Esophagus
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Esophageal Obstruction
    • Food Pipe Blockage
    • Swallowing Difficulty

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K222: Esophageal obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    What procedures does Dr. Ragland perform?

    As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Ragland 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. Ragland. 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:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Lower Leg Nerve Block Injection
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
    • Fascial plane block for leg pain
    • Lower extremity nerve injection
    • Leg pain block with imaging

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
    • 64473: Lower Extremity Fascial Plane Block, Unilateral; By Injection(S), Including Imaging Guidance, When Performed

    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. Ragland accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ragland accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (308) 568-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ragland accept in North Platte, NE?

    Dr. Ragland in North Platte, NE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • MedImpact

    • State of Oklahoma

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Ragland's office located?

    Dr. Forrest Ragland's Primary Practice

    601 W Leota St

    North Platte, NE 69101

    (308) 568-8000

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    Dr. Forrest Ragland's Practice 2

    1801 W 3rd St

    Elk City, OK 73644

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    Dr. Forrest Ragland's Practice 3

    430 N Monte Vista St

    Ada, OK 74820

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

    Dr. Ragland's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922102268.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ragland?

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

    What is Dr. Forrest Ragland's specialty?

    Dr. Ragland is a Anesthesiologist near North Platte, NE. 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. Ragland to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Forrest Ragland affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ragland is affiliated with Chickasaw Nation 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

    Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?

    Explore Anesthesiologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Forrest Ragland accepting new patients in North Platte, NE?

    Yes, Dr. Forrest Ragland is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Forrest Ragland offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ragland's office at (308) 568-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Forrest Ragland?

    Please contact Dr. Ragland's office at (308) 568-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Forrest Ragland have?

    Dr. Forrest Ragland is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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