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Dr. Richard Stephenson, MD

Anesthesiologist

Mokena, IL

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Stephenson, Anesthesiologist in Mokena, IL?

    Dr. Richard Stephenson, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Mokena, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Stephenson completed his residency at Michael Reese Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Stephenson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Stephenson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Stephenson’s office at (773) 296-5420.

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

    • Residency: Michael Reese Hosp Med Ctr, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: University Of Il Coll Of Med- Chicago Il

    Is Dr. Stephenson board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Stephenson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Stephenson speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Stephenson 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. Stephenson. 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:

    • Enlarged Prostate with Urinary Symptoms
    • Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
    • Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
    • BPH with LUTS
    • Prostate enlargement with urinary issues
    • Benign prostatic hyperplasia with urinary symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N401: Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Artery Disease
    • PVD
    • PAD
    • Poor Circulation in Legs
    • Blocked Leg Arteries

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Stephenson 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. Stephenson. 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:

    • 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

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, 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. Stephenson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Stephenson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (773) 296-5420 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Stephenson accept in Mokena, IL?

    Dr. Stephenson in Mokena, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Advocate Health Care

    • Centene

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Stephenson's office located?

    Dr. Richard Stephenson's Primary Practice

    19110 Darvin Dr Ste A

    Mokena, IL 60448

    (773) 296-5420

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    Dr. Richard Stephenson's Practice 2

    4440 W 95th St

    Oak Lawn, IL 60453

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    Dr. Richard Stephenson's Practice 3

    2320 E 93rd St

    Chicago, IL 60617

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    What hospitals are Dr. Stephenson affiliated with?

    Dr. Stephenson has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Advocate Trinity Hospital,Chicago, IL

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

    Dr. Stephenson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265576425.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Stephenson?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Stephenson's specialty?

    Dr. Stephenson is an Anesthesiologist near Mokena, IL.

    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. Richard Stephenson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Stephenson is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Advocate Trinity 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 Dr. Richard Stephenson accepting new patients in Mokena, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Stephenson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Stephenson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Stephenson's office at (773) 296-5420 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Stephenson?

    Please contact Dr. Stephenson's office at (773) 296-5420 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Stephenson's office located?

    Dr. Stephenson's offices are located in Mokena, IL, Oak Lawn, IL, and Chicago, IL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Stephenson have?

    Dr. Richard Stephenson is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.