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Dr. Richard Farnum, MD

Winston Salem, NC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Farnum, Anesthesiologist in Winston Salem, NC?

    Dr. Richard Farnum, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Winston Salem, NC with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Farnum is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Farnum’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Farnum’s office at (336) 768-3212.

    What languages does Dr. Farnum speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Farnum treat?

    As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Farnum 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. Farnum. 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.

    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
    • Combined Age-Related Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness
    • Mixed Type Cataract
    • Multiple Cataract Types

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
    • H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
    • H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee

    Also known as:

    • Kidney and Ureter Stones
    • Kidney Stones
    • Ureteral Disorder
    • Renal and Ureteral Calculi
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N202: Calculus of kidney with calculus of ureter
    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones
    • Cholelithiasis
    • Gallbladder stones
    • Biliary calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Stress Urinary Incontinence
    • Urinary Incontinence
    • Stress Incontinence
    • Leakage with Coughing
    • Bladder Leakage with Activity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N393: Stress incontinence (female) (male)

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Low Transverse C-section Scar in Pregnancy
    • Prenatal Care
    • Horizontal C-section Scar (Pregnancy)
    • Low-lying C-section Scar
    • Prior Cesarean Scar (Low Transverse)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O34211: Maternal care for low transverse scar from previous cesarean delivery

    Does Dr. Farnum accept my insurance?

    Dr. Farnum accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (336) 768-3212 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Farnum accept in Winston Salem, NC?

    Dr. Farnum in Winston Salem, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Vaya Health

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    Where is Dr. Farnum's office located?

    Dr. Richard Farnum's Primary Practice

    145 Kimel Park Dr Ste 120

    Winston Salem, NC 27103

    (336) 768-3212

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    Dr. Richard Farnum's Practice 2

    Medical Center Blvd

    Winston Salem, NC 27157

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

    Dr. Farnum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568896405.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Farnum?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Farnum's specialty?

    Dr. Farnum is a Anesthesiologist near Winston Salem, NC. 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. Contact Dr. Farnum to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Richard Farnum affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Farnum is affiliated with Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center, Novant Health Medical Park Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?

    Explore Anesthesiologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Richard Farnum accepting new patients in Winston Salem, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Farnum is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Farnum offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Farnum's office at (336) 768-3212 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Farnum?

    Please contact Dr. Farnum's office at (336) 768-3212 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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