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16 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Starr, Anesthesiologist in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Brian Starr, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM. He has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified. Dr. Starr completed his residency at Univ Of Nm Sch Of Med, Anesthesiology and is currently affiliated with Unm Hospital Anesthesiology. Dr. Starr is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Starr’s office at (505) 272-2111.
Where did Dr. Starr 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
Is Dr. Starr board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Brian Starr, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Starr speak?
Dr. Starr and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Starr typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Starr 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. Starr. 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. Starr typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Starr 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. Starr. 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
- Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
- TAP block
- Transversus abdominis plane block
- Rectus sheath block
- Abdominal pain injection
CPT Codes:
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
- 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes 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. Starr accept my insurance?
Dr. Starr 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. Starr accept in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Starr in Albuquerque, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Presbyterian Healthcare Services
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Where is Dr. Starr's office located?
What is Dr. Starr's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Starr's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154460178.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Starr?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Starr
What is Dr. Brian Starr's specialty?
Dr. Starr 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. Brian Starr affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Starr is affiliated with Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, Nm, Christus St. Vincent Regional Medical Center, Presbyterian Espanola Hospital 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 Brian Starr accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?
Yes, Dr. Brian Starr is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brian Starr offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Starr's office at (505) 272-2111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brian Starr?
Please contact Dr. Starr's office at (505) 272-2111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Brian Starr have?
Dr. Brian Starr is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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Connect with DR. Starr
Unm Hospital Anesthesiology
2211 Lomas Blvd NE
Albuquerque, NM 87106