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Dr. Amanda Faulkner, MD

Anesthesiologist

Lexington, KY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Faulkner, Anesthesiologist in Lexington, KY?

    Dr. Amanda Faulkner, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Lexington, KY. Dr. Faulkner graduated from University of Kentucky College of Medicine and completed her residency at University of Kentucky. Dr. Faulkner is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Faulkner’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Faulkner’s office at (859) 218-0069.

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

    • Residency: University of Kentucky

    • Medical School: University of Kentucky College of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Faulkner speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Faulkner 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. Faulkner. 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:

    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical Stenosis
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Cord Malformation
    • Spinal Cord Disease
    • Congenital Spinal Cord Defect
    • Spinal Cord Birth Defect

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q068: Other specified congenital malformations of spinal cord

    Also known as:

    • Trigeminal Neuralgia
    • Tic Douloureux
    • Facial Nerve Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G500: Trigeminal neuralgia

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Cord Disease
    • Spinal Cord Condition
    • Myelopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G959: Disease of spinal cord, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Brain Growth of Unknown Type
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain tumor of unknown nature
    • Brain lesion of unknown behavior
    • Indeterminate brain mass

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D496: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of brain

    Also known as:

    • Epilepsy
    • Seizure disorder
    • Convulsive disorder
    • Falling sickness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G40919: Epilepsy, unspecified, intractable, without status epilepticus

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Amanda Faulkner may include:

    Please contact Dr. Faulkner's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Faulkner accept my insurance?

    Dr. Faulkner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (859) 218-0069 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Faulkner accept in Lexington, KY?

    Dr. Faulkner in Lexington, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield Association

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Faulkner's office located?

    Anesthesiology

    800 Rose St

    Lexington, KY 40536

    (859) 218-0069

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    What hospitals are Dr. Faulkner affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Faulkner has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Medical University Hospital Authority,Florence, SC

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

    Dr. Faulkner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750795860.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Faulkner?

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

    What is Dr. Amanda Faulkner's specialty?

    Dr. Faulkner is an Anesthesiologist near Lexington, KY.

    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. Amanda Faulkner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Faulkner is affiliated with Musc Health University 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

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    Is Dr. Amanda Faulkner accepting new patients in Lexington, KY?

    Yes, Dr. Amanda Faulkner is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Amanda Faulkner offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Faulkner's office at (859) 218-0069 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Amanda Faulkner?

    Please contact Dr. Faulkner's office at (859) 218-0069 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Faulkner's office located?

    Dr. Faulkner's office is located in Lexington, KY.