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Who is Dr. Torgeson, Anesthesiologist in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Eli Torgeson, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM. He is board certified. Dr. Torgeson completed his residency at Univ Of Nm Sch Of Med, Anesthesiology and is currently affiliated with Unm Hospital Anesthesiology. Dr. Torgeson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Torgeson’s office at (505) 272-2111.
Where did Dr. Torgeson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Nm Sch Of Med, Anesthesiology
Medical School: University of Nm Sch of Med, Albuquerque Nm | University of New Mexico
Is Dr. Torgeson board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Eli Torgeson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Torgeson speak?
Dr. Torgeson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Torgeson typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Torgeson 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. Torgeson. 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
- Acute pain from injury
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
- Traumatic pain
- Injury pain
- Sudden pain from trauma
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
- G8911: Acute pain due to trauma
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Torgeson typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Torgeson 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. Torgeson. 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:
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
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. Torgeson accept my insurance?
Dr. Torgeson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 272-2111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Torgeson accept in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Torgeson in Albuquerque, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Where is Dr. Torgeson's office located?
What is Dr. Torgeson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Torgeson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003955022.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Torgeson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Torgeson
What is Dr. Eli Torgeson's specialty?
Dr. Torgeson is a Anesthesiologist near Albuquerque, NM.
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. Eli Torgeson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Torgeson is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Unm 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 Eli Torgeson accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?
Yes, Dr. Eli Torgeson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Eli Torgeson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Torgeson's office at (505) 272-2111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Eli Torgeson?
Please contact Dr. Torgeson's office at (505) 272-2111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Eli Torgeson have?
Dr. Eli Torgeson is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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Connect with DR. Torgeson
Unm Hospital Anesthesiology
2211 Lomas Blvd NE
Albuquerque, NM 87106