Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Stearns, Anesthesiologist in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Joshua Stearns, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Stearns graduated from The Brody School Of Medicine At East Carolina University and completed his residency at Johns Hopkins University Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Stearns is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Stearns’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Stearns’s office at (480) 301-8000.
Where did Dr. Stearns go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Fellow - Cardiovascular and Thoracic Anesthesiology: Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, University of Pennsylvania | (Critical Care Medicine (Anesthesiology)), UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA HEALTH SYSTEM, PHILADELPHIA, PA
Residency: Johns Hopkins University Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: The Brody School Of Medicine At East Carolina University
Is Dr. Stearns board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Joshua Stearns, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Stearns speak?
Dr. Stearns and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Stearns typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Stearns 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. Stearns. 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:
- 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
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:
- Enlarged Prostate with Urinary Symptoms
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
- Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
- BPH with LUTS
- Prostate enlargement with urinary issues
- Benign prostatic hyperplasia with urinary symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- N401: Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Stearns typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Joshua Stearns may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
Please contact Dr. Stearns' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Stearns accept my insurance?
Dr. Stearns accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (480) 301-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Stearns accept in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Stearns in Phoenix, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Bankers Life
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Arizona
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Stearns' office located?
What is Dr. Stearns's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Stearns's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083706931.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Stearns?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Stearns
What is Dr. Joshua Stearns's specialty?
Dr. Stearns is a Anesthesiologist near Phoenix, AZ.
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. Joshua Stearns affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Stearns is affiliated with Mayo Clinic Hospital 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
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Is Joshua Stearns accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Joshua Stearns is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joshua Stearns offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Stearns's office at (480) 301-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joshua Stearns?
Please contact Dr. Stearns's office at (480) 301-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joshua Stearns have?
Dr. Joshua Stearns is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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