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17 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Thirston, Anesthesiologist in Huntsville, AL?
Dr. Margaret Thirston, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Huntsville, AL with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 17 years. Dr. Thirston is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thirston’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thirston’s office at (217) 277-4090.
What languages does Dr. Thirston speak?
Dr. Thirston and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Thirston treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Thirston 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. Thirston. 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:
- 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:
- Tonsillitis
- Inflamed Tonsils
- Tonsil Infection
- Sore Tonsils
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0390: Acute tonsillitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Unspecified Weeks of Pregnancy
- Pregnancy
- Unspecified Gestational Age
- Unknown Pregnancy Duration
- Undetermined Weeks Pregnant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3A00: Weeks of gestation of pregnancy not specified
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Thirston perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Thirston 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. Thirston. 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:
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
CPT Codes:
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
Does Dr. Thirston accept my insurance?
Dr. Thirston accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (217) 277-4090 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Thirston accept in Huntsville, AL?
Dr. Thirston in Huntsville, AL 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
Bostsford Hospital
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
CSA Welfare Fund
Express Scripts
Medicare
State of Alabama
State of Tennessee
United States Department of Labor
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Where is Dr. Thirston's office located?
Dr. Margaret Thirston's Primary Practice
1 Hospital Dr SW
Huntsville, AL 35801
(217) 277-4090
What is Dr. Thirston's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Thirston's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114103330.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thirston?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Thirston
What is Dr. Margaret Thirston's specialty?
Dr. Thirston is a Anesthesiologist near Huntsville, AL. 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. Thirston to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Margaret Thirston affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Thirston is affiliated with Crestwood Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?
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Is Margaret Thirston accepting new patients in Huntsville, AL?
Yes, Dr. Margaret Thirston is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Margaret Thirston offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Thirston's office at (217) 277-4090 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Margaret Thirston?
Please contact Dr. Thirston's office at (217) 277-4090 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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