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Dr. Andrew Criser, MD

Anesthesiologist

Myrtle Beach, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Criser, Anesthesiologist in Myrtle Beach, SC?

    Dr. Andrew Criser, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Myrtle Beach, SC. Dr. Criser is fluent in English, Italian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Criser’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Criser’s office at (304) 598-4214.

    What languages does Dr. Criser speak?

    Dr. Criser and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Italian
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Criser typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Criser 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. Criser. 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:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Appendicitis
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis

    Also known as:

    • Tooth Decay
    • Cavities
    • Dental Caries
    • Tooth Rot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K029: Dental caries, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
    • Adenoids
    • Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
    • Swollen tonsils and adenoids
    • Big tonsils and adenoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids

    Also known as:

    • Eustachian Tube Disorder
    • Ear Disorder
    • Eustachian Tube Problem
    • Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
    • Bilateral Eustachian Tube Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6993: Unspecified Eustachian tube disorder, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Phimosis
    • Penis Disorder
    • Tight foreskin
    • Foreskin constriction
    • Retracted foreskin problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N471: Phimosis

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Criser typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Andrew Criser may include:

    Please contact Dr. Criser's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Criser accept my insurance?

    Dr. Criser accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (304) 598-4214 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Criser accept in Myrtle Beach, SC?

    Dr. Criser in Myrtle Beach, SC 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 South Carolina

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of South Carolina

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Criser's office located?

    Dr. Andrew Criser's Primary Practice

    809 82nd Pkwy

    Myrtle Beach, SC 29572

    (304) 598-4214

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    What is Dr. Criser's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Criser's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841417870.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Criser?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Criser

    What is Dr. Andrew Criser's specialty?

    Dr. Criser is an Anesthesiologist near Myrtle Beach, SC.

    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 Dr. Andrew Criser affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Criser is affiliated with Grand Strand Regional Medical Center, Musc Health University Medical Center, Mcleod Health Loris 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

    When to see an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Andrew Criser accepting new patients in Myrtle Beach, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Andrew Criser is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Andrew Criser offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Criser's office at (304) 598-4214 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Andrew Criser?

    Please contact Dr. Criser's office at (304) 598-4214 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Criser's office located?

    Dr. Criser's office is located in Myrtle Beach, SC.