16 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sleesman, Anesthesiologist in Vancouver, WA?
Dr. Jay Sleesman, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Vancouver, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 16 years. Dr. Sleesman graduated from University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine and is currently affiliated with Legacy Salmon Creek Hospital. Dr. Sleesman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sleesman’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sleesman’s office at (360) 256-2000.
Where did Dr. Sleesman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Missouri / Columbia Campus | University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sleesman speak?
Dr. Sleesman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Sleesman typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Sleesman 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. Sleesman. 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:
- 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:
- 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 Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Diaphragmatic Hernia
- Hernia
- Hiatal Hernia
- Hernia of the Diaphragm
ICD-10 Codes:
- K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Sleesman typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Sleesman 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. Sleesman. 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:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
- TAP block
- Transversus abdominis plane block
- Rectus sheath block
- Abdominal pain injection
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes 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. Sleesman accept my insurance?
Dr. Sleesman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (360) 256-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sleesman accept in Vancouver, WA?
Dr. Sleesman in Vancouver, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia Health Solutions
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Moda Health
Molina Healthcare
Providence Health & Services
State of Washington
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Sleesman's office located?
Dr. Jay Sleesman's Primary Practice
400 NE Mother Joseph Pl
Vancouver, WA 98664
(360) 256-2000
What is Dr. Sleesman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sleesman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912034869.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sleesman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sleesman
What is Dr. Jay Sleesman's specialty?
Dr. Sleesman is a Anesthesiologist near Vancouver, WA.
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. Jay Sleesman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sleesman is affiliated with Peacehealth Southwest Medical Center, Peacehealth St. John Medical Center, Legacy Salmon Creek 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
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Is Jay Sleesman accepting new patients in Vancouver, WA?
Yes, Dr. Jay Sleesman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jay Sleesman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sleesman's office at (360) 256-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jay Sleesman?
Please contact Dr. Sleesman's office at (360) 256-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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