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Dr. George Mychaskiw, DO

Anesthesiologist

Shreveport, LA

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mychaskiw, Anesthesiologist in Shreveport, LA?

    Dr. George Mychaskiw, DO is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Mychaskiw graduated from Kansas City University of Medicine & Biosciences - College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Mychaskiw is fluent in English and Ukrainian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mychaskiw’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mychaskiw’s office at (318) 626-0000.

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

    • Medical School: Kansas City University of Medicine & Biosciences - College of Osteopathic Medicine | Kansas City University of Medicine & Biosciences - College of Osteopathic Medicine

    Is Dr. Mychaskiw board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. George Mychaskiw, DO is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Mychaskiw speak?

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

    • English
    • Ukrainian

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Mychaskiw typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Mychaskiw 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. Mychaskiw. 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:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Tooth Decay
    • Cavities
    • Dental Caries
    • Tooth Rot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K029: Dental caries, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    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:

    • 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:

    • Phimosis
    • Penis Disorder
    • Tight foreskin
    • Foreskin constriction
    • Retracted foreskin problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N471: Phimosis

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Artery Disease
    • PVD
    • PAD
    • Poor Circulation in Legs
    • Blocked Leg Arteries

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Mychaskiw typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Mychaskiw 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. Mychaskiw. 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:

    • 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

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (No Imaging)
    • Lower Back Epidural Injection
    • Caudal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Pain Injection (Lumbar)

    CPT Codes:

    • 62322: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); without imaging guidance

    Also known as:

    • Flexible Diagnostic Laryngoscopy
    • Voice Box Exam
    • Flexible Laryngoscope
    • Throat Scope
    • Diagnostic Throat Exam

    CPT Codes:

    • 31575: Laryngoscopy, flexible; diagnostic

    Also known as:

    • Voice Box Exam with Stroboscopy
    • Laryngoscopy with Stroboscopy
    • Vocal Cord Exam
    • Throat Scope with Strobe Light
    • Voice Analysis

    CPT Codes:

    • 31579: Laryngoscopy, flexible or rigid telescopic, with stroboscopy

    Does Dr. Mychaskiw accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mychaskiw accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 626-0000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mychaskiw accept in Shreveport, LA?

    Dr. Mychaskiw in Shreveport, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • AllCare Health

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Imperial Health Holdings

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Preferred IPA

    • State of California

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    Where is Dr. Mychaskiw's office located?

    Dr. George Mychaskiw's Primary Practice

    1541 Kings Hwy

    Shreveport, LA 71103

    (318) 626-0000

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

    Dr. Mychaskiw's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609967017.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mychaskiw?

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

    What is Dr. George Mychaskiw's specialty?

    Dr. Mychaskiw is an Anesthesiologist near Shreveport, LA.

    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 Dr. George Mychaskiw affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mychaskiw is affiliated with Orange County Global Medical Center, Dignity Health - St. Mary Medical Center, Ahmc Anaheim Regional Medical Center, Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, Alhambra Hospital 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

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    Is Dr. George Mychaskiw accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?

    Yes, Dr. George Mychaskiw is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. George Mychaskiw offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mychaskiw's office at (318) 626-0000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. George Mychaskiw?

    Please contact Dr. Mychaskiw's office at (318) 626-0000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Mychaskiw's office located?

    Dr. Mychaskiw's office is located in Shreveport, LA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. George Mychaskiw have?

    Dr. George Mychaskiw is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.