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19 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Farnum, Anesthesiologist in Lakewood, CO?
Dr. Timothy Farnum is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Lakewood, CO with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Farnum graduated from Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University and completed his residency at Loyola Univ Med Ctr, Anesthesiology. Dr. Farnum is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Farnum’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Farnum’s office at (720) 321-1048.
Where did Dr. Farnum go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Loyola Univ Med Ctr, Anesthesiology
Medical School: Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University
Is Dr. Farnum board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Timothy Farnum is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Farnum speak?
Dr. Farnum and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Farnum typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Farnum 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. Farnum. 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
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:
- 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:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
- K921: Melena
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Low Transverse C-section Scar in Pregnancy
- Prenatal Care
- Horizontal C-section Scar (Pregnancy)
- Low-lying C-section Scar
- Prior Cesarean Scar (Low Transverse)
ICD-10 Codes:
- O34211: Maternal care for low transverse scar from previous cesarean delivery
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Farnum typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Farnum 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. Farnum. 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
- 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
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:
- 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
Does Dr. Farnum accept my insurance?
Dr. Farnum accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (720) 321-1048 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Farnum accept in Lakewood, CO?
Dr. Farnum in Lakewood, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
AlohaCare
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Hawaii Medical Service Association
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Farnum's office located?
What is Dr. Farnum's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Farnum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093747578.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Farnum?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Farnum
What is Dr. Timothy Farnum's specialty?
Dr. Farnum is a Anesthesiologist near Lakewood, CO.
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. Timothy Farnum affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Farnum is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Kona Community Hospital, Queens North Hawaii Community Hospital, Ka’u Hospital And Rural Health Clinic Main. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Timothy Farnum accepting new patients in Lakewood, CO?
Yes, Dr. Timothy Farnum is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Timothy Farnum offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Farnum's office at (720) 321-1048 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Timothy Farnum?
Please contact Dr. Farnum's office at (720) 321-1048 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Timothy Farnum have?
Dr. Timothy Farnum is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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