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Dr. Alexander Bankov, MD

Anesthesiologist

Pittsburgh, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bankov, Anesthesiologist in Pittsburgh, PA?

    Dr. Alexander Bankov, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Pittsburgh, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Bankov completed his residency at Mercy Hosp-Pittsburgh, Anesthesiology. Dr. Bankov is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bankov’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bankov’s office at (215) 612-4822.

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

    • Residency: Mercy Hosp-Pittsburgh, Anesthesiology | Mercy Hospital

    • Medical School: Sverdlovskij Med Inst- Sverdlovsk- Russia | Other

    What languages does Dr. Bankov speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Bankov 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. Bankov. 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:

    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Bankov 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. Bankov. 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

    Does Dr. Bankov accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bankov accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 612-4822 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bankov accept in Pittsburgh, PA?

    Dr. Bankov in Pittsburgh, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Highmark Health

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Risant Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Bankov's office located?

    Dr. Alexander Bankov's Primary Practice

    500 N Lewis Run Rd Ste 202

    Pittsburgh, PA 15122

    (215) 612-4822

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    Dr. Alexander Bankov's Practice 2

    1000 Dutch Ridge Rd

    Beaver, PA 15009

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    Dr. Alexander Bankov's Practice 3

    9100 Babcock Blvd

    Pittsburgh, PA 15237

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

    Dr. Bankov's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841217270.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bankov?

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

    What is Dr. Alexander Bankov's specialty?

    Dr. Bankov is an Anesthesiologist near Pittsburgh, PA.

    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. Alexander Bankov affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bankov is affiliated with Independence Health Westmoreland Hospital, Advanced Surgical Hospital, Butler Memorial Hospital 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. Alexander Bankov accepting new patients in Pittsburgh, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Alexander Bankov is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alexander Bankov offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bankov's office at (215) 612-4822 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alexander Bankov?

    Please contact Dr. Bankov's office at (215) 612-4822 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Bankov's office located?

    Dr. Bankov's offices are located in Pittsburgh, PA and Beaver, PA.