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Who is Dr. Piefer, Anesthesiologist in The Woodlands, TX?
Dr. Christine Piefer, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in The Woodlands, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Piefer graduated from Baylor College of Medicine. Dr. Piefer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Piefer’s office at (281) 580-9030.
Where did Dr. Piefer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine
Is Dr. Piefer board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Christine Piefer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Piefer speak?
Dr. Piefer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Piefer typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Piefer 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. Piefer. 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:
- Lower Back and Tailbone Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbosacral Spondylotic Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Arthritis with Sciatica
- Pinched Nerve in Lumbosacral Spine
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4727: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of the right ankle and foot
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M19071: Primary osteoarthritis, right ankle and foot
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
Also known as:
- Deviated Septum
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Crooked nose septum
- Nasal blockage
- Septal deviation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J342: Deviated nasal septum
Also known as:
- Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
- Back Pain
- SI Joint Inflammation
- Sacroiliac Dysfunction
- Inflamed SI Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Piefer typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Piefer 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. Piefer. 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:
- 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:
- Axillary Nerve Block Injection
- Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
- Armpit nerve block
- Axillary nerve pain injection
- Shoulder nerve block
- Guided nerve injection
- Sciatic Nerve Block
- Sciatica Injection
- Steroid Injection for Sciatica
- Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 64417: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; axillary nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Piefer accept my insurance?
Dr. Piefer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (281) 580-9030 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Piefer accept in The Woodlands, TX?
Dr. Piefer in The Woodlands, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Memorial Hermann Health Insurance Company
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Where is Dr. Piefer's office located?
Dr. Christine Piefer's Primary Practice
1441 Woodstead Ct Ste 100
The Woodlands, TX 77380
(281) 580-9030
What is Dr. Piefer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Piefer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356563951.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Piefer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Piefer
What is Dr. Christine Piefer's specialty?
Dr. Piefer is a Anesthesiologist near The Woodlands, TX.
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. Christine Piefer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Piefer is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Christine Piefer accepting new patients in The Woodlands, TX?
Yes, Dr. Christine Piefer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christine Piefer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Piefer's office at (281) 580-9030 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christine Piefer?
Please contact Dr. Piefer's office at (281) 580-9030 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christine Piefer have?
Dr. Christine Piefer is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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