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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gmelch, Anesthesiologist in Springfield, OR?
Dr. Benjamin Gmelch, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Springfield, OR. He is board certified. Dr. Gmelch is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gmelch’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gmelch’s office at (541) 222-2300.
Is Dr. Gmelch board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Gmelch, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Gmelch speak?
Dr. Gmelch and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Gmelch treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Gmelch 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. Gmelch. 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.
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
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
What procedures does Dr. Gmelch perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Gmelch 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. Gmelch. 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.
Also known as:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Gmelch accept my insurance?
Dr. Gmelch accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (541) 222-2300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gmelch accept in Springfield, OR?
Dr. Gmelch in Springfield, OR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
AFLAC
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cambia (Regence)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Medicare
PacificSource
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Gmelch's office located?
Dr. Benjamin Gmelch's Primary Practice
3333 Riverbend Dr
Springfield, OR 97477
(541) 222-2300
What is Dr. Gmelch's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gmelch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306980271.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gmelch?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gmelch
What is Dr. Benjamin Gmelch's specialty?
Dr. Gmelch is a Anesthesiologist near Springfield, OR. 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. Contact Dr. Gmelch to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Benjamin Gmelch affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gmelch is affiliated with PeaceHealth Sacred Heart Medical Center RiverBend, PeaceHealth Peace Harbor Hospital, McKenzie-Willamette 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
Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?
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Is Benjamin Gmelch accepting new patients in Springfield, OR?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Gmelch is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Gmelch offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gmelch's office at (541) 222-2300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Gmelch?
Please contact Dr. Gmelch's office at (541) 222-2300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Benjamin Gmelch have?
Dr. Benjamin Gmelch is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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