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Dr. Brandon Fordham, DO

Anesthesiologist

Joplin, MO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fordham, Anesthesiologist in Joplin, MO?

    Dr. Brandon Fordham, DO is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Joplin, MO. Dr. Fordham is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fordham’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fordham’s office at (417) 347-1078.

    What languages does Dr. Fordham speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Fordham 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. Fordham. 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:

    • Pain in Left Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Left Knee Ache
    • Left Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Left Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25562: Pain in left knee

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Fordham 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. Fordham. 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:

    • Nerve Destruction for Pain
    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Neurolytic nerve block
    • Peripheral nerve ablation
    • Nerve destruction procedure
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64640: Destruction by neurolytic agent; other peripheral nerve or branch
    • 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

    Does Dr. Fordham accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fordham accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (417) 347-1078 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fordham accept in Joplin, MO?

    Dr. Fordham in Joplin, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Corporate Services

    • CoxHealth

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Fordham's office located?

    Dr. Brandon Fordham's Primary Practice

    1102 W 32nd St

    Joplin, MO 64804

    (417) 347-1078

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

    Dr. Fordham's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497173280.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fordham?

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

    What is Dr. Brandon Fordham's specialty?

    Dr. Fordham is an Anesthesiologist near Joplin, MO.

    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. Brandon Fordham affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fordham is affiliated with Freeman Health System 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

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

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    Is Dr. Brandon Fordham accepting new patients in Joplin, MO?

    Yes, Dr. Brandon Fordham is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Brandon Fordham offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fordham's office at (417) 347-1078 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Brandon Fordham?

    Please contact Dr. Fordham's office at (417) 347-1078 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Fordham's office located?

    Dr. Fordham's office is located in Joplin, MO.