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Dr. Austin Wallace, MD

Anesthesiologist

Durango, CO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wallace, Anesthesiologist in Durango, CO?

    Dr. Austin Wallace, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Durango, CO. He is board certified. Dr. Wallace is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wallace’s office at (970) 247-4311.

    Where did Dr. Wallace go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: University of Texas Medical School, Houston

    Is Dr. Wallace board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Austin Wallace, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Wallace speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Wallace 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. Wallace. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye

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

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

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Continuous Femoral Nerve Block
    • Femoral Nerve Catheter Infusion
    • Thigh Nerve Block
    • Continuous Pain Relief Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64448: Injection(S), Anesthetic Agent(S) And/Or Steroid; Femoral Nerve, Continuous Infusion By Catheter (Including Catheter Placement), Including Imaging Guidance, When Performed

    Does Dr. Wallace accept my insurance?

    Please contact Dr. Wallace's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

    Where is Dr. Wallace's office located?

    Dr. Austin Wallace's Primary Practice

    1010 Three Springs Blvd Ste 294

    Durango, CO 81301

    (970) 247-4311

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

    Dr. Wallace's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437356193.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wallace?

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

    What is Dr. Austin Wallace's specialty?

    Dr. Wallace is an Anesthesiologist near Durango, 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 Dr. Austin Wallace affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wallace is affiliated with Commonspirit - Mercy 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

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

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    Is Dr. Austin Wallace accepting new patients in Durango, CO?

    Yes, Dr. Austin Wallace is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Austin Wallace offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wallace's office at (970) 247-4311 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Austin Wallace?

    Please contact Dr. Wallace's office at (970) 247-4311 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Wallace's office located?

    Dr. Wallace's office is located in Durango, CO.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Austin Wallace have?

    Dr. Austin Wallace is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.