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Dr. Scott Kempers, MD

Steamboat Springs, CO

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Kempers, Anesthesiologist in Steamboat Springs, CO?

    Dr. Scott Kempers, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Steamboat Springs, CO. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Kempers graduated from University of New Mexico School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Az Coll Of Med, Anesthesiology; Exempla St Joseph Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Kempers is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kempers’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kempers’s office at (970) 879-1322.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Az Coll Of Med, Anesthesiology; Exempla St Joseph Hosp, General Surgery | University of Arizona College of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: University of Nm Sch of Med, Albuquerque Nm | University of New Mexico School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Kempers speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Kempers treat?

    As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Kempers 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. Kempers. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Hip Arthritis
    • Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip

    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:

    • Ureter Stone
    • Kidney Stones
    • Ureteral Disorder
    • Ureteral Calculus
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N201: Calculus of ureter
    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    Also known as:

    • Elevated PSA Level
    • Prostate Cancer Screening
    • Prostate Disease
    • Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Test
    • Prostate Problems
    • High Prostate Specific Antigen
    • Abnormal PSA Test
    • Increased PSA

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9720: Elevated prostate specific antigen [PSA]

    Also known as:

    • Complex tear of the medial meniscus in the left knee
    • Cartilage Disorder
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Torn meniscus
    • Knee cartilage tear
    • Meniscal injury
    • Torn knee cartilage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S83232A: Complex tear of medial meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Torn Meniscus
    • Cartilage Disorder
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Meniscus Tear
    • Knee Cartilage Tear
    • Meniscal Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S83231A: Complex tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Prostatic Carcinoma
    • Prostate Gland Cancer
    • Malignant Prostate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Family History of Digestive Organ Cancer
    • Cancer
    • Family History
    • Genetic risk for gastrointestinal cancer
    • Family history of GI cancer
    • Hereditary digestive cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z800: Family history of malignant neoplasm of digestive organs

    What procedures does Dr. Kempers perform?

    As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Kempers 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. Kempers. 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
    • 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
    • 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. Kempers accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kempers accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (970) 879-1322 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kempers accept in Steamboat Springs, CO?

    Dr. Kempers in Steamboat Springs, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Kempers' office located?

    Dr. Scott Kempers' Primary Practice

    1024 Central Park Dr

    Steamboat Springs, CO 80487

    (970) 879-1322

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

    Dr. Kempers's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164513768.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kempers?

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

    What is Dr. Scott Kempers's specialty?

    Dr. Kempers is a Anesthesiologist near Steamboat Springs, CO. 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. Kempers to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Scott Kempers affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Kempers is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Uchealth Yampa Valley Medical Center. 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

    Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?

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    Is Scott Kempers accepting new patients in Steamboat Springs, CO?

    Yes, Dr. Scott Kempers is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Scott Kempers offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kempers's office at (970) 879-1322 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Scott Kempers?

    Please contact Dr. Kempers's office at (970) 879-1322 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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