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Dr. Anthony Guarino, MD

Dr. Anthony Guarino, MD

Effingham, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Guarino, Anesthesiologist in Effingham, IL?

    Dr. Anthony Guarino, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Effingham, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Guarino graduated from University of Maryland and completed his residency at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore. Dr. Guarino is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Guarino’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Guarino’s office at (321) 351-3371.

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

    • Fellowship: Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore

    • Residency: Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore

    • Medical School: Yale University School of Medicine | University of Maryland

    Is Dr. Guarino board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Anthony Guarino, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology , null

    What languages does Dr. Guarino speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Guarino 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. Guarino. 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:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Neck Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
    • Cervical Spondylosis
    • Neck Arthritis
    • Degenerative Neck Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Tailbone Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Coccyx Disorder
    • Sacrococcygeal Pain
    • Tailbone Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M533: Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
    • Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Guarino 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. Guarino. 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:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
    • Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
    • Epidural Steroid Injection
    • Caudal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Nerve Block
    • Pain Management Injection
    • TFESI (Lumbar)
    • Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
    • Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
    • Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
    • Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Paravertebral Facet Injection
    • Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
    • Cervical Epidural Injection
    • Thoracic Epidural Injection
    • Pain Relief Spinal Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 62323: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
    • 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
    • 64493: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; single level
    • 62321: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, cervical or thoracic; with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
    • Facet joint block
    • Zygapophyseal joint injection
    • Lower back facet injection
    • Sacral facet injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64494: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Facet Joint Nerve Ablation (Lumbar/Sacral)
    • Lumbar Facet Joint Denervation
    • Sacral Facet Nerve Block
    • Radiofrequency Ablation for Back Pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 64635: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, single facet joint

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Sacroiliac Joint Injection
    • SI joint injection
    • Sacroiliac steroid injection
    • Image-guided SI joint injection
    • Sacroiliac joint block

    CPT Codes:

    • 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed

    Does Dr. Guarino accept my insurance?

    Dr. Guarino accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (321) 351-3371 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Guarino accept in Effingham, IL?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of Illinois

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    Where is Dr. Guarino's office located?

    Dr. Anthony Guarino's Primary Practice

    901 Medical Park Dr Ste 200

    Effingham, IL 62401

    (321) 351-3371

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    Dr. Anthony Guarino's Practice 2

    3 Professional Dr Ste B

    Alton, IL 62002

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    Dr. Anthony Guarino's Practice 3

    2023 Vadalabene Dr Ste 300

    Maryville, IL 62062

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    Recognitions

    Publications

    Get Your Lower Back Pain under Control – and Get on with Life

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

    Dr. Guarino's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619993847.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Guarino?

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

    What is Dr. Anthony Guarino's specialty?

    Dr. Guarino is an Anesthesiologist near Effingham, 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. Anthony Guarino affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Guarino is affiliated with Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center, Ssm Health Good Samaritan Hospital - Mt. Vernon, Hshs St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital, Good Samaritan Hospital - Vincennes, In which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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. Anthony Guarino accepting new patients in Effingham, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Anthony Guarino is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Anthony Guarino offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Guarino's office at (321) 351-3371 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Anthony Guarino?

    Please contact Dr. Guarino's office at (321) 351-3371 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Guarino's office located?

    Dr. Guarino's offices are located in Effingham, IL, Alton, IL, and Maryville, IL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Anthony Guarino have?

    Dr. Anthony Guarino is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology and .