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Who is Dr. Gerard, Anesthesiologist in Thornton, CO?
Dr. Ralph Gerard, DO is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Thornton, CO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Gerard is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gerard’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gerard’s office at (760) 323-6511.
What languages does Dr. Gerard speak?
Dr. Gerard and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Gerard treat?
As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Gerard 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. Gerard. 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:
- 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:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
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:
- Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallbladder Disease
- Sudden Gallbladder Attack
- Acute Cholecystitis
- Sudden Gallbladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K810: Acute cholecystitis
Also known as:
- Hip Fracture
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Hip
- Thigh Bone Fracture
- Femoral Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72142A: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of left femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Broken Hip Bone
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Hip fracture
- Femoral neck fracture
- Broken upper thigh bone
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72001A: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of right femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
Which procedures does Dr. Gerard perform as a Anesthesiologist?
As a Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Ralph Gerard may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Gerard's office.
Does Dr. Gerard accept my insurance?
Dr. Gerard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 323-6511 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gerard accept in Thornton, CO?
Dr. Gerard in Thornton, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Colorado Access
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Denver Health Medical Plan
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Colorado
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Gerard's office located?
What is Dr. Gerard's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gerard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437653540.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gerard?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gerard
What is Dr. Ralph Gerard's specialty?
Dr. Gerard is a Anesthesiologist near Thornton, CO. 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. Gerard to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ralph Gerard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Gerard is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: North Suburban Medical Center. 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
Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?
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Is Ralph Gerard accepting new patients in Thornton, CO?
Yes, Dr. Ralph Gerard is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ralph Gerard offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gerard's office at (760) 323-6511 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ralph Gerard?
Please contact Dr. Gerard's office at (760) 323-6511 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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