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29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ralston, Anesthesiologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Alvin Ralston, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Ralston graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed his residency at Baylor Coll Of Med, Anesthesiology; Baylor Coll Of Med, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Ralston is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ralston’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ralston’s office at (713) 620-4000.
Where did Dr. Ralston go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Baylor Coll Of Med, Anesthesiology; Baylor Coll Of Med, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Baylor College Of Med | Baylor College of Medicine Program
Medical School: La State Univ Sch of Med In New Orleans, New Orleans La | Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans
Is Dr. Ralston board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Alvin Ralston, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Ralston speak?
Dr. Ralston and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Ralston typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Ralston 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. Ralston. 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:
- 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:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Ralston typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Ralston 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. Ralston. 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
- Continuous Femoral Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
- Femoral Nerve Catheter Infusion
- Thigh Nerve Block
- Continuous Pain Relief Injection
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64448: Injection(S), Anesthetic Agent(S) And/Or Steroid; Femoral Nerve, Continuous Infusion By Catheter (Including Catheter Placement), Including Imaging Guidance, When Performed
Also known as:
- Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- TAP block
- Transversus abdominis plane block
- Rectus sheath block
- Abdominal pain injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Ralston accept my insurance?
Dr. Ralston accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 620-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ralston accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Ralston in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Texas Children's Hospital
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ralston's office located?
Dr. Alvin Ralston's Primary Practice
1500 Citywest Blvd Ste 300
Houston, TX 77042
(713) 620-4000
What is Dr. Ralston's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ralston's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306998067.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ralston?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ralston
What is Dr. Alvin Ralston's specialty?
Dr. Ralston is a Anesthesiologist near Houston, TX.
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. Alvin Ralston affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ralston is affiliated with Houston Methodist West Hospital, Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital, Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Alvin Ralston accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Alvin Ralston is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alvin Ralston offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ralston's office at (713) 620-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alvin Ralston?
Please contact Dr. Ralston's office at (713) 620-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alvin Ralston have?
Dr. Alvin Ralston is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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