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Dr. Derek West, MD

Eau Claire, WI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. West, Anesthesiologist in Eau Claire, WI?

    Dr. Derek West, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Eau Claire, WI with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. West is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. West’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. West’s office at (715) 838-5222.

    What languages does Dr. West speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. West treat?

    As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. West 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. West. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Persistent atrial fibrillation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    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:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis

    Also known as:

    • Diaphragmatic Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Hiatal Hernia
    • Hernia of the Diaphragm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastric Conditions
    • Duodenal Conditions
    • Digestive System Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum

    Does Dr. West accept my insurance?

    Dr. West accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (715) 838-5222 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. West accept in Eau Claire, WI?

    Dr. West in Eau Claire, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • American Public Life

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Wisconsin

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Wisconsin Physicians Health (WPS)

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    Where is Dr. West's office located?

    Dr. Derek West's Primary Practice

    1400 Bellinger St

    Eau Claire, WI 54703

    (715) 838-5222

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    Dr. Derek West's Practice 2

    1221 Whipple St

    Eau Claire, WI 54703

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    Dr. Derek West's Practice 3

    733 W Clairemont Ave

    Eau Claire, WI 54701

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

    Dr. West's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760910988.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. West?

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

    What is Dr. Derek West's specialty?

    Dr. West is a Anesthesiologist near Eau Claire, WI. 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. West to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Derek West affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. West is affiliated with Mayo Clinic Health System In Eau Claire 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 Derek West accepting new patients in Eau Claire, WI?

    Yes, Dr. Derek West is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Derek West offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. West's office at (715) 838-5222 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Derek West?

    Please contact Dr. West's office at (715) 838-5222 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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