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Dr. Anthony Pantoja, MD

Anesthesiologist

Grand Rapids, MI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Pantoja, Anesthesiologist in Grand Rapids, MI?

    Dr. Anthony Pantoja, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Grand Rapids, MI. Dr. Pantoja is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pantoja’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pantoja’s office at (616) 284-3132.

    What languages does Dr. Pantoja speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Pantoja 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. Pantoja. 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:

    • Other Vein Disorder
    • Vascular Disease
    • Specific Vein Conditions
    • Uncommon Vein Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I878: Other specified disorders of veins

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Pantoja 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. Pantoja. 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
    • Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
    • Peripheral Nerve Block
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance
    • TAP block
    • Transversus abdominis plane block
    • Rectus sheath block
    • Abdominal pain injection
    • Nerve injection
    • Pain relief injection
    • Steroid injection for nerve pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
    • 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
    • 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch

    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:

    • Vein Needle or Catheter Insertion
    • Venipuncture
    • IV Insertion
    • Intravenous Access
    • Catheter Placement Vein

    CPT Codes:

    • 36000: Introduction of needle or intracatheter, vein

    Does Dr. Pantoja accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pantoja accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (616) 284-3132 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Pantoja accept in Grand Rapids, MI?

    Dr. Pantoja in Grand Rapids, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • ASR Corporation

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Farmers Insurance Group

    • Henry Ford Health System

    • Medicare

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • State of Michigan

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Pantoja's office located?

    Saint Marys Mercy Medical Center

    200 Jefferson Ave SE

    Grand Rapids, MI 49503

    (616) 284-3132

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

    Dr. Pantoja's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679916514.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pantoja?

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

    What is Dr. Anthony Pantoja's specialty?

    Dr. Pantoja is an Anesthesiologist near Grand Rapids, MI.

    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. Anthony Pantoja affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Pantoja is affiliated with Trinity Health Grand Rapids 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 Dr. Anthony Pantoja accepting new patients in Grand Rapids, MI?

    Yes, Dr. Anthony Pantoja is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Anthony Pantoja offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pantoja's office at (616) 284-3132 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Anthony Pantoja?

    Please contact Dr. Pantoja's office at (616) 284-3132 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Pantoja's office located?

    Dr. Pantoja's office is located in Grand Rapids, MI.