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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pleticha, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Albert Lea, MN?
Dr. Josef Pleticha, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Albert Lea, MN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Pleticha is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pleticha’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pleticha’s office at (508) 383-1572.
What languages does Dr. Pleticha speak?
Dr. Pleticha and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Pleticha treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Pleticha 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. Pleticha. 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.
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
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
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
What procedures does Dr. Pleticha perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Pleticha 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. Pleticha. 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.
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. Pleticha accept my insurance?
Dr. Pleticha accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (508) 383-1572 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pleticha accept in Albert Lea, MN?
Dr. Pleticha in Albert Lea, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BH Management Services
Cambia (Regence)
Genesis Health System
Medica
Medicare
MedStar Health
MII Life
SGS North America Inc
South Country Health Alliance
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Where is Dr. Pleticha's office located?
Dr. Josef Pleticha's Primary Practice
404 W Fountain St
Albert Lea, MN 56007
(508) 383-1572
What is Dr. Pleticha's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pleticha's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124400593.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pleticha?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pleticha
What is Dr. Josef Pleticha's specialty?
Dr. Pleticha is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Albert Lea, MN. In both hospital and outpatient settings, an anesthesiologist offers patients with acute, chronic, and/or cancer pain a high standard of care by serving as their primary care physician or consultant. Moreover, the anesthesiologist collaborates with other specialists to coordinate the needs of patient care. Contact Dr. Pleticha to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Josef Pleticha affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pleticha is affiliated with Mayo Clinic Health System Red Wing 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
Where can I learn more about Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
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Is Josef Pleticha accepting new patients in Albert Lea, MN?
Yes, Dr. Josef Pleticha is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Josef Pleticha offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pleticha's office at (508) 383-1572 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Josef Pleticha?
Please contact Dr. Pleticha's office at (508) 383-1572 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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