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42 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Cass, Anesthesiologist in Columbia, MO?
Dr. William Cass, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Columbia, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 42 years and is board certified. Dr. Cass graduated from University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine. Dr. Cass is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cass’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cass’s office at (573) 815-8000.
Where did Dr. Cass go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine
Is Dr. Cass board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. William Cass, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Cass speak?
Dr. Cass and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Cass typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Cass 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. Cass. 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:
- Uncomplicated Childbirth
- Childbirth
- Normal Delivery
- Natural Birth
- Vaginal Delivery
ICD-10 Codes:
- O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Cass typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Cass 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. Cass. 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
- Thoracic Paravertebral Nerve Block (Additional Site)
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
- Thoracic PVB
- Paraspinous Block (Thoracic)
- Upper Back Nerve Block
- Thoracic Nerve Pain Injection
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64462: Paravertebral block (PVB) (paraspinous block), thoracic; second and any additional injection site(s) (includes imaging guidance, when performed) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
- Thoracic Paravertebral Nerve Block
- Sciatic Nerve Block
- Sciatica Injection
- Steroid Injection for Sciatica
- Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve
- Mid-Back Nerve Block
- Thoracic Spinal Nerve Injection
- Paravertebral Pain Block
CPT Codes:
- 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64461: Paravertebral block (PVB) (paraspinous block), thoracic; single injection site (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
Does Dr. Cass accept my insurance?
Dr. Cass accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (573) 815-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cass accept in Columbia, MO?
Dr. Cass in Columbia, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
AmeriBen
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
State of Missouri
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Cass' office located?
What is Dr. Cass's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cass's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710041207.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cass?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cass
What is Dr. William Cass's specialty?
Dr. Cass is a Anesthesiologist near Columbia, MO.
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. William Cass affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Cass is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Boone Health. 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 William Cass accepting new patients in Columbia, MO?
Yes, Dr. William Cass is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Cass offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cass's office at (573) 815-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Cass?
Please contact Dr. Cass's office at (573) 815-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. William Cass have?
Dr. William Cass is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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