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Who is Dr. Cavalcante Girao, Anesthesiologist in Memphis, TN?
Dr. Walter Cavalcante Girao, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Memphis, TN. Dr. Cavalcante Girao is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cavalcante Girao’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cavalcante Girao’s office at (786) 899-7557.
What languages does Dr. Cavalcante Girao speak?
Dr. Cavalcante Girao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Cavalcante Girao typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Cavalcante Girao 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. Cavalcante Girao. 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:
- Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Gastritis
- Inflamed stomach lining
- Stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding
Also known as:
- Previous C-section Scar During Pregnancy
- Cesarean Delivery
- Prior Cesarean Section
- Uterine Scar from C-section
- C-section History in Pregnancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- O34219: Maternal care for unspecified type scar from previous cesarean delivery
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Cavalcante Girao typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Cavalcante Girao 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. Cavalcante Girao. 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
- 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
Also known as:
- Emergency Breathing Tube Insertion
- Emergency intubation
- Endotracheal tube placement
- Airway management (emergency)
CPT Codes:
- 31500: Intubation, endotracheal, emergency procedure
Does Dr. Cavalcante Girao accept my insurance?
Dr. Cavalcante Girao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (786) 899-7557 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cavalcante Girao accept in Memphis, TN?
Dr. Cavalcante Girao in Memphis, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Cavalcante Girao's office located?
Dr. Walter Cavalcante Girao's Primary Practice
877 Jefferson Ave
Memphis, TN 38103
(786) 899-7557
What is Dr. Cavalcante Girao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cavalcante Girao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922595198.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cavalcante Girao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cavalcante Girao
What is Dr. Walter Cavalcante Girao's specialty?
Dr. Cavalcante Girao is a Anesthesiologist near Memphis, TN.
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 Cavalcante Girao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cavalcante Girao is affiliated with St. Bernards 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 Cavalcante Girao accepting new patients in Memphis, TN?
Yes, Dr. Walter Cavalcante Girao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Walter Cavalcante Girao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cavalcante Girao's office at (786) 899-7557 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Walter Cavalcante Girao?
Please contact Dr. Cavalcante Girao's office at (786) 899-7557 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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