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Dr. Jeffrey Alexander, DO

Anesthesiologist

Alton, IL

23 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Alexander, Anesthesiologist in Alton, IL?

    Dr. Jeffrey Alexander, DO is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Alton, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Alexander completed his residency at Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Anesthesiology. Dr. Alexander is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alexander’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alexander’s office at (636) 200-4242.

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

    • Residency: Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Anesthesiology

    Is Dr. Alexander board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Jeffrey Alexander, DO is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Alexander speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Alexander 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. Alexander. 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:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    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:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Alexander 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. Alexander. 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:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Peripheral Nerve Block
    • Brachial Plexus Injection
    • Arm Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Block
    • Continuous Brachial Plexus Infusion
    • Nerve injection
    • Pain relief injection
    • Steroid injection for nerve pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 64416: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, continuous infusion by catheter (including catheter placement), including imaging guidance, when performed
    • 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch

    Also known as:

    • Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
    • Sciatic Nerve Block
    • Sciatica Injection
    • Steroid Injection for Sciatica
    • Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve

    CPT Codes:

    • 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Alexander accept my insurance?

    Dr. Alexander accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (636) 200-4242 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Alexander accept in Alton, IL?

    Dr. Alexander in Alton, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Essence Healthcare

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Illinois

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Alexander's office located?

    Dr. Jeffrey Alexander's Primary Practice

    1 Saint Anthonys Way

    Alton, IL 62002

    (636) 200-4242

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    Dr. Jeffrey Alexander's Practice 2

    2100 Madison Ave

    Granite City, IL 62040

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    Dr. Jeffrey Alexander's Practice 3

    1215 Franciscan Dr

    Litchfield, IL 62056

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

    Dr. Alexander's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669539987.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alexander?

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

    What is Dr. Jeffrey Alexander's specialty?

    Dr. Alexander is an Anesthesiologist near Alton, IL.

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

    No, Dr. Alexander is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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 Dr. Jeffrey Alexander accepting new patients in Alton, IL?

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

    Does Dr. Jeffrey Alexander offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Alexander's office at (636) 200-4242 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Alexander's office at (636) 200-4242 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Alexander's office located?

    Dr. Alexander's offices are located in Alton, IL, Granite City, IL, and Litchfield, IL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jeffrey Alexander have?

    Dr. Jeffrey Alexander is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.