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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gertsch, Anesthesiologist in Saint George, UT?
Dr. Matthew Gertsch, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Saint George, UT. Dr. Gertsch is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gertsch’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gertsch’s office at (435) 251-1000.
What languages does Dr. Gertsch speak?
Dr. Gertsch and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Gertsch typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Gertsch 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. Gertsch. 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:
- Uncomplicated Childbirth
- Childbirth
- Normal Delivery
- Natural Birth
- Vaginal Delivery
ICD-10 Codes:
- O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery
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:
- Blocked Esophagus
- Esophagus Disorder
- Esophageal Obstruction
- Food Pipe Blockage
- Swallowing Difficulty
ICD-10 Codes:
- K222: Esophageal obstruction
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
Also known as:
- Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastric Conditions
- Duodenal Conditions
- Digestive System Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Gertsch typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Gertsch 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. Gertsch. 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:
- Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- TAP block
- Transversus abdominis plane block
- Rectus sheath block
- Abdominal pain injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
- 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:
- Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
- Sciatic Nerve Block
- Sciatica Injection
- Steroid Injection for Sciatica
- Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Gertsch accept my insurance?
Dr. Gertsch accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (435) 251-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gertsch accept in Saint George, UT?
Dr. Gertsch in Saint George, UT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia Health Solutions
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Gertsch's office located?
Dr. Matthew Gertsch's Primary Practice
1380 E Medical Center Dr
Saint George, UT 84790
(435) 251-1000
What is Dr. Gertsch's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gertsch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447518881.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gertsch?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gertsch
What is Dr. Matthew Gertsch's specialty?
Dr. Gertsch is a Anesthesiologist near Saint George, UT.
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. Matthew Gertsch affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gertsch is affiliated with St. George Regional Hospital 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 Matthew Gertsch accepting new patients in Saint George, UT?
Yes, Dr. Matthew Gertsch is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Matthew Gertsch offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gertsch's office at (435) 251-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Matthew Gertsch?
Please contact Dr. Gertsch's office at (435) 251-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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