Dr. Kenneth Justesen, DO

Rockford, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Justesen, Anesthesiologist in Rockford, IL?

Dr. Kenneth Justesen, DO is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Rockford, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Justesen graduated from Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University and completed his residency at Advocate Il Masonic Med Ctr, Anesthesiology. Dr. Justesen is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Justesen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Justesen’s office.

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

Residency: Advocate Il Masonic Med Ctr, Anesthesiology
Medical School: Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University

Is Dr. Justesen board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

Yes, Dr. Kenneth Justesen, DO is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

What languages does Dr. Justesen speak?

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

English
Spanish

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

As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Justesen 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. Justesen. 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:

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:

Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
Osteoarthritis of the left knee
Osteoarthritis of the left hip
Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
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
M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder

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. Justesen typically perform?

As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Justesen 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. Justesen. 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:

CPT Codes:

64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
64473: Lower Extremity Fascial Plane Block, Unilateral; By Injection(S), 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. Justesen accept my insurance?

Dr. Justesen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Justesen accept in Rockford, IL?

Dr. Justesen in Rockford, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Devoted Health
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Zing Health

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Where is Dr. Justesen's office located?

Dr. Kenneth Justesen's Primary Practice

5875 E Riverside Blvd

Rockford, IL 61114

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Dr. Kenneth Justesen's Practice 2

1800 N Main St

Wheaton, IL 60187

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Dr. Kenneth Justesen's Practice 3

10350 Haligus Rd

Huntley, IL 60142

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What hospitals are Dr. Justesen affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Justesen has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Northwestern Medicine Mchenry Hospital,McHenry, IL

Ranked in 2 Specialties

Ranked in 4 Procedures

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

Dr. Justesen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174607121.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Justesen?

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

What is Dr. Kenneth Justesen's specialty?

Dr. Justesen is an Anesthesiologist near Rockford, 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 Dr. Kenneth Justesen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Justesen is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Mchenry 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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