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Dr. Elizabeth Wasson, DO

Aurora, CO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wasson, Anesthesiologist in Aurora, CO?

    Dr. Elizabeth Wasson, DO is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Aurora, CO with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Wasson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wasson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wasson’s office at (303) 269-4000.

    What languages does Dr. Wasson speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Wasson 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. Wasson. 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 here.

    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:

    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Prostatic Carcinoma
    • Prostate Gland Cancer
    • Malignant Prostate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

    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:

    • Blocked Esophagus
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Esophageal Obstruction
    • Food Pipe Blockage
    • Swallowing Difficulty

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K222: Esophageal obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Scars
    • Hypertrophic Scarring
    • Keloid Scars
    • Scar Tissue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L910: Hypertrophic scar

    Also known as:

    • Other Esophagus Condition
    • Esophagitis
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Various esophageal diseases
    • Miscellaneous esophagus problems
    • Other food pipe issues
    • Inflammation of the Esophagus
    • Sore Esophagus
    • Esophageal Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2289: Other specified disease of esophagus
    • K2090: Esophagitis, unspecified without bleeding

    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. Wasson typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Wasson 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. Wasson. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
    • TAP block
    • Transversus abdominis plane block
    • Rectus sheath block
    • Abdominal pain injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)

    Does Dr. Wasson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wasson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (303) 269-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wasson accept in Aurora, CO?

    Dr. Wasson in Aurora, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Wasson's office located?

    Dr. Elizabeth Wasson's Primary Practice

    12605 E 16th Ave

    Aurora, CO 80045

    (303) 269-4000

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    Dr. Elizabeth Wasson's Practice 2

    9395 Crown Crest Blvd

    Parker, CO 80138

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

    Dr. Wasson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063775617.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wasson?

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

    What is Dr. Elizabeth Wasson's specialty?

    Dr. Wasson is a Anesthesiologist near Aurora, 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. Elizabeth Wasson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wasson is affiliated with Uchealth University Of Colorado Hospital, Banner Wyoming Medical Center, Intermountain Health - Good Samaritan Hospital, Hca Healthone Rose 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

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    Is Elizabeth Wasson accepting new patients in Aurora, CO?

    Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Wasson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Elizabeth Wasson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wasson's office at (303) 269-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Elizabeth Wasson?

    Please contact Dr. Wasson's office at (303) 269-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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