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Dr. Craig Samford, MD

Seattle, WA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Samford, Anesthesiologist in Seattle, WA?

    Dr. Craig Samford, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Samford is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Samford’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Samford’s office at (205) 325-8100.

    What languages does Dr. Samford speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Samford treat?

    As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Samford 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. Samford. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left 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

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25562: Pain in left knee
    • M25561: Pain in right knee

    Does Dr. Samford accept my insurance?

    Dr. Samford accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 325-8100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Samford accept in Seattle, WA?

    Dr. Samford in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cambia (Regence)

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Healthcare Management Administrators (HMA)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other TPA

    • PacificSource

    • Premera Blue Cross

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    Where is Dr. Samford's office located?

    Dr. Craig Samford's Primary Practice

    1100 9th Ave

    Seattle, WA 98101

    (205) 325-8100

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    Dr. Craig Samford's Practice 2

    619 19th St S

    Birmingham, AL 35233

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    Dr. Craig Samford's Practice 3

    1720 University Blvd

    Birmingham, AL 35233

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

    Dr. Samford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326337916.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Samford?

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

    What is Dr. Craig Samford's specialty?

    Dr. Samford is a Anesthesiologist near Seattle, WA. 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. Contact Dr. Samford to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Craig Samford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Samford is affiliated with Virginia Mason Medical Center 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 Anesthesiologist?

    Explore Anesthesiologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Craig Samford accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Craig Samford is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Craig Samford offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Samford's office at (205) 325-8100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Craig Samford?

    Please contact Dr. Samford's office at (205) 325-8100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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