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Who is Dr. Shrifter, Anesthesiologist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Robert Shrifter, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Shrifter graduated from Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science and completed his residency at Michael Reese Hosp Med Ctr, Anesthesiology. Dr. Shrifter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shrifter’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shrifter’s office at (312) 440-5150.
Where did Dr. Shrifter go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Michael Reese Hosp Med Ctr, Anesthesiology
Medical School: Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science
Is Dr. Shrifter board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Robert Shrifter, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Shrifter speak?
Dr. Shrifter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Shrifter typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Shrifter 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. Shrifter. 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:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis of the left 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
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
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:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
Also known as:
- Removal of Internal Fixation Device
- Fractures
- Hardware removal surgery
- Implant removal procedure
- Fixation device extraction
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z472: Encounter for removal of internal fixation device
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Shrifter typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Shrifter 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. Shrifter. 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
- Continuous Femoral Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
- Femoral Nerve Catheter Infusion
- Thigh Nerve Block
- Continuous Pain Relief Injection
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64448: Injection(S), Anesthetic Agent(S) And/Or Steroid; Femoral Nerve, Continuous Infusion By Catheter (Including Catheter Placement), Including Imaging Guidance, When Performed
Also known as:
- Axillary Nerve Block Injection
- Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
- Armpit nerve block
- Axillary nerve pain injection
- Shoulder nerve block
- Guided nerve injection
- Sciatic Nerve Block
- Sciatica Injection
- Steroid Injection for Sciatica
- Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 64417: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; axillary nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Shrifter accept my insurance?
Dr. Shrifter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 440-5150 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shrifter accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Shrifter in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Fox Insurance Company
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Shrifter's office located?
What is Dr. Shrifter's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shrifter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659451524.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shrifter?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shrifter
What is Dr. Robert Shrifter's specialty?
Dr. Shrifter is a Anesthesiologist near Chicago, IL.
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. Robert Shrifter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Shrifter is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is Robert Shrifter accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Robert Shrifter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Shrifter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shrifter's office at (312) 440-5150 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Shrifter?
Please contact Dr. Shrifter's office at (312) 440-5150 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Shrifter have?
Dr. Robert Shrifter is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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