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24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Samm, Anesthesiologist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Paul Samm, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 24 years. Dr. Samm completed his residency at Tulane Univ Sch Of Med, Anesthesiology. Dr. Samm is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Samm’s office at (504) 613-0711.
Where did Dr. Samm go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Tulane Univ Sch Of Med, Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Samm speak?
Dr. Samm and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Samm typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Samm 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. Samm. 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. Samm typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Samm 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. Samm. 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
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
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
Does Dr. Samm accept my insurance?
Dr. Samm accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 613-0711 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Samm accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Samm in New Orleans, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
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Where is Dr. Samm's office located?
What is Dr. Samm's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Samm's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326116658.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Samm?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Samm
What is Dr. Paul Samm's specialty?
Dr. Samm is a Anesthesiologist near New Orleans, LA.
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. Paul Samm affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Samm is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: New Orleans East 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 Paul Samm accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Paul Samm is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paul Samm offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Samm's office at (504) 613-0711 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paul Samm?
Please contact Dr. Samm's office at (504) 613-0711 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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