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Dr. Megan Blackburne, MD

Anesthesiologist

Chesterfield, MO

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Blackburne, Anesthesiologist in Chesterfield, MO?

    Dr. Megan Blackburne, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Chesterfield, MO. Dr. Blackburne is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blackburne’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blackburne’s office at (314) 434-1500.

    What languages does Dr. Blackburne speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Blackburne 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. Blackburne. 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:

    • 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:

    • Ureter Stone
    • Kidney Stones
    • Ureteral Disorder
    • Ureteral Calculus
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N201: Calculus of ureter
    • N200: Calculus of kidney

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Blackburne 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. Blackburne. 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
    • Peripheral Nerve Block
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance
    • 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
    • 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:

    • 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. Blackburne accept my insurance?

    Dr. Blackburne accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 434-1500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Blackburne accept in Chesterfield, MO?

    Dr. Blackburne in Chesterfield, MO 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 Michigan

    • Christian Brothers Services (CBEBT)

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Blackburne's office located?

    Dr. Megan Blackburne's Primary Practice

    232 S Woods Mill Rd

    Chesterfield, MO 63017

    (314) 434-1500

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

    Dr. Blackburne's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700293412.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blackburne?

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

    What is Dr. Megan Blackburne's specialty?

    Dr. Blackburne is an Anesthesiologist near Chesterfield, 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. Megan Blackburne affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Blackburne is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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. Megan Blackburne accepting new patients in Chesterfield, MO?

    Yes, Dr. Megan Blackburne is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Megan Blackburne offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Blackburne's office at (314) 434-1500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Megan Blackburne?

    Please contact Dr. Blackburne's office at (314) 434-1500 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Blackburne's office located?

    Dr. Blackburne's office is located in Chesterfield, MO.