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Dr. Leslie Defranks-Anain, DO

Cheektowaga, NY

17 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Defranks-Anain, Anesthesiologist in Cheektowaga, NY?

    Dr. Leslie Defranks-Anain, DO is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Cheektowaga, NY with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Defranks-Anain is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Defranks-Anain’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Defranks-Anain’s office at (716) 896-3815.

    Where did Dr. Defranks-Anain go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine

    Is Dr. Defranks-Anain board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Leslie Defranks-Anain, DO is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Defranks-Anain speak?

    Dr. Defranks-Anain and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Defranks-Anain typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Defranks-Anain 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. Defranks-Anain. 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:

    • Cataract
    • Combined Age-Related Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness
    • Mixed Type Cataract
    • Multiple Cataract Types

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
    • H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye

    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
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Baggy Eyelids
    • Eyelid Disorder
    • Droopy eyelids
    • Excess eyelid skin
    • Dermatochalasis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H02831: Dermatochalasis of right upper eyelid

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Defranks-Anain typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Defranks-Anain 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. Defranks-Anain. 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
    • 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:

    • 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. Defranks-Anain accept my insurance?

    Dr. Defranks-Anain accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (716) 896-3815 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Defranks-Anain accept in Cheektowaga, NY?

    Dr. Defranks-Anain in Cheektowaga, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Independent Health Association

    • Martin's Point Health Care

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Defranks-Anain's office located?

    Dr. Leslie Defranks-Anain's Primary Practice

    3095 Harlem Rd

    Cheektowaga, NY 14225

    (716) 896-3815

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    Dr. Leslie Defranks-Anain's Practice 2

    5959 Big Tree Rd

    Orchard Park, NY 14127

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

    Dr. Defranks-Anain's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235227331.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Defranks-Anain?

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

    What is Dr. Leslie Defranks-Anain's specialty?

    Dr. Defranks-Anain is a Anesthesiologist near Cheektowaga, NY.

    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. Leslie Defranks-Anain affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Defranks-Anain is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Of Buffalo 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

    When to see an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Leslie Defranks-Anain accepting new patients in Cheektowaga, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Leslie Defranks-Anain is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Leslie Defranks-Anain offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Defranks-Anain's office at (716) 896-3815 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Leslie Defranks-Anain?

    Please contact Dr. Defranks-Anain's office at (716) 896-3815 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Leslie Defranks-Anain have?

    Dr. Leslie Defranks-Anain is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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