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Who is Dr. Dressen, Anesthesiologist in Colorado Springs, CO?
Dr. Kirk Dressen, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Colorado Springs, CO with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Dressen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dressen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dressen’s office at (319) 356-2210.
What languages does Dr. Dressen speak?
Dr. Dressen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Dressen typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Dressen 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. Dressen. 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:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
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:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- Tooth Decay
- Cavities
- Dental Caries
- Tooth Rot
ICD-10 Codes:
- K029: Dental caries, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Transverse C-section Scar in Pregnancy
- Prenatal Care
- Horizontal C-section Scar (Pregnancy)
- Low-lying C-section Scar
- Prior Cesarean Scar (Low Transverse)
ICD-10 Codes:
- O34211: Maternal care for low transverse scar from previous cesarean delivery
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Dressen typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Dressen 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. Dressen. 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
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
Does Dr. Dressen accept my insurance?
Dr. Dressen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (319) 356-2210 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dressen accept in Colorado Springs, CO?
Dr. Dressen in Colorado Springs, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Dressen's office located?
Dr. Kirk Dressen's Primary Practice
2222 N Nevada Ave
Colorado Springs, CO 80907
(319) 356-2210
What is Dr. Dressen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dressen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952892648.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dressen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dressen
What is Dr. Kirk Dressen's specialty?
Dr. Dressen is a Anesthesiologist near Colorado Springs, CO.
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. Kirk Dressen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Dressen is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Commonspirit - Penrose Hospital, Commonspirit - St. Francis Hospital - Interquest. 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 Kirk Dressen accepting new patients in Colorado Springs, CO?
Yes, Dr. Kirk Dressen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kirk Dressen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dressen's office at (319) 356-2210 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kirk Dressen?
Please contact Dr. Dressen's office at (319) 356-2210 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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