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Dr. Norbert Topf, MD

Albuquerque, NM

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Topf, Anesthesiologist in Albuquerque, NM?

    Dr. Norbert Topf, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Topf is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Topf’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Topf’s office at (505) 841-1234.

    Is Dr. Topf board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Norbert Topf, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Topf speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Topf 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. Topf. 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:

    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    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:

    • Previous C-section Scar During Pregnancy
    • Low Transverse C-section Scar in Pregnancy
    • Cesarean Delivery
    • Prenatal Care
    • Prior Cesarean Section
    • Uterine Scar from C-section
    • C-section History in Pregnancy
    • Horizontal C-section Scar (Pregnancy)
    • Low-lying C-section Scar
    • Prior Cesarean Scar (Low Transverse)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O34219: Maternal care for unspecified type scar from previous cesarean delivery
    • O34211: Maternal care for low transverse scar from previous cesarean delivery

    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

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Topf 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. Topf. 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
    • Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance
    • TAP block
    • Transversus abdominis plane block
    • Rectus sheath block
    • Abdominal pain injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
    • 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes 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. Topf accept my insurance?

    Dr. Topf accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 841-1234 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Topf accept in Albuquerque, NM?

    Dr. Topf in Albuquerque, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Care N' Care Insurance Company

    • Community Care Network

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Presbyterian Healthcare Services

    • State of New Mexico

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Topf's office located?

    Dr. Norbert Topf's Primary Practice

    1100 Central Ave SE

    Albuquerque, NM 87106

    (505) 841-1234

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    Dr. Norbert Topf's Practice 2

    201 Cedar St SE Ste 7650

    Albuquerque, NM 87106

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    Dr. Norbert Topf's Practice 3

    8300 Constitution Ave NE

    Albuquerque, NM 87110

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

    Dr. Topf's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235132697.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Topf?

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

    What is Dr. Norbert Topf's specialty?

    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. Norbert Topf affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Topf is affiliated with Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, Nm 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 Dr. Norbert Topf accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?

    Yes, Dr. Norbert Topf is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Norbert Topf offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Topf's office at (505) 841-1234 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Norbert Topf?

    Please contact Dr. Topf's office at (505) 841-1234 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Topf's office located?

    Dr. Topf's office is located in Albuquerque, NM.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Norbert Topf have?

    Dr. Norbert Topf is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.