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14 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bethune, Anesthesiologist in Honolulu, HI?
Dr. Walter Bethune, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Honolulu, HI with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 14 years and is board certified. Dr. Bethune is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bethune’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bethune’s office at (617) 724-8500.
Is Dr. Bethune board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Walter Bethune, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Bethune speak?
Dr. Bethune and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Bethune typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Bethune 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. Bethune. 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:
- Cataract
- Cloudy Lens
- Lens Opacity
- Eye Clouding
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H269: Unspecified cataract
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
Also known as:
- Uncomplicated Childbirth
- Childbirth
- Normal Delivery
- Natural Birth
- Vaginal Delivery
ICD-10 Codes:
- O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery
Also known as:
- Abnormal Uterine and Vaginal Bleeding
- Vaginal Bleeding
- Unusual Uterine Bleeding
- Abnormal Vaginal Discharge
- AUB
- Irregular Genital Bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- N939: Abnormal uterine and vaginal bleeding, unspecified
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:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
Also known as:
- Elective Abortion
- Abortion
- Planned abortion
- Voluntary termination of pregnancy
- Induced abortion
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z332: Encounter for elective termination of pregnancy
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Bethune typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Bethune 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. Bethune. 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
- 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
Does Dr. Bethune accept my insurance?
Dr. Bethune accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 724-8500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bethune accept in Honolulu, HI?
Dr. Bethune in Honolulu, HI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Community Care Network
Conifer Health Solutions
Hawaii Medical Service Association
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Quest
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bethune's office located?
Dr. Walter Bethune's Primary Practice
1301 Punchbowl St
Honolulu, HI 96813
(617) 724-8500
What is Dr. Bethune's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bethune's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134255524.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bethune?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bethune
What is Dr. Walter Bethune's specialty?
Dr. Bethune is a Anesthesiologist near Honolulu, HI.
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. Walter Bethune affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bethune is affiliated with The Queen's Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Walter Bethune accepting new patients in Honolulu, HI?
Yes, Dr. Walter Bethune is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Walter Bethune offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bethune's office at (617) 724-8500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Walter Bethune?
Please contact Dr. Bethune's office at (617) 724-8500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Walter Bethune have?
Dr. Walter Bethune is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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