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Dr. Alvaro Segura-Vasi, MD

Anesthesiologist

Florence, AL

35 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Segura-Vasi, Anesthesiologist in Florence, AL?

    Dr. Alvaro Segura-Vasi, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Florence, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Segura-Vasi graduated from Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia Facultad de Medicina Alberto Hurtado and completed his residency at Mt Sinai Med Center Of Fl. Dr. Segura-Vasi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Segura-Vasi’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Segura-Vasi’s office at (256) 629-1000.

    Where did Dr. Segura-Vasi go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Mt Sinai Med Center Of Fl | University of Alabama Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia Facultad de Medicina Alberto Hurtado

    Is Dr. Segura-Vasi board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Alvaro Segura-Vasi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Segura-Vasi speak?

    Dr. Segura-Vasi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Segura-Vasi typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Segura-Vasi 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. Segura-Vasi. 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:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    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:

    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Childbirth
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery

    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

    Also known as:

    • Rectal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • Anal Bleeding
    • Blood in Stool
    • Lower GI Bleed

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Segura-Vasi typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Segura-Vasi 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. Segura-Vasi. 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
    • Suprascapular Nerve Block
    • Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Suprascapular Nerve Injection
    • Pain Relief Injection for Shoulder Nerve
    • Shoulder Pain Nerve Block
    • TAP block
    • Transversus abdominis plane block
    • Rectus sheath block
    • Abdominal pain injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
    • 64418: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; suprascapular nerve
    • 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Abdominal Nerve Block Injection
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
    • TAP Block
    • Rectus Sheath Block
    • Abdominal Plane Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
    • 64486: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) unilateral; by injection(s) (includes imaging guidance, when performed)

    Also known as:

    • Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
    • Central Line Placement
    • CVC Insertion
    • Temporary Central Line
    • IV Access Catheter

    CPT Codes:

    • 36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older

    Also known as:

    • Vein Needle or Catheter Insertion
    • Venipuncture
    • IV Insertion
    • Intravenous Access
    • Catheter Placement Vein

    CPT Codes:

    • 36000: Introduction of needle or intracatheter, vein

    Also known as:

    • Flexible Diagnostic Laryngoscopy
    • Voice Box Exam
    • Flexible Laryngoscope
    • Throat Scope
    • Diagnostic Throat Exam

    CPT Codes:

    • 31575: Laryngoscopy, flexible; diagnostic

    Does Dr. Segura-Vasi accept my insurance?

    Dr. Segura-Vasi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 629-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Segura-Vasi accept in Florence, AL?

    Dr. Segura-Vasi in Florence, 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 Alabama

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • New Era Life Insurance

    • State of Alabama

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Segura-Vasi's office located?

    Dr. Alvaro Segura-Vasi's Primary Practice

    1701 Veterans Dr

    Florence, AL 35630

    (256) 629-1000

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    Dr. Alvaro Segura-Vasi's Practice 2

    205 Marengo St

    Florence, AL 35630

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    Dr. Alvaro Segura-Vasi's Practice 3

    201 Avalon Ave

    Muscle Shoals, AL 35661

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    What hospitals are Dr. Segura-Vasi affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Segura-Vasi has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Eliza Coffee Memorial Hospital,Florence, AL
    North Alabama Shoals Hospital,Muscle Shoals, AL
    Cullman Regional Medical Center,Cullman, AL
    Red Bay Hospital,Red Bay, AL
    Helen Keller Hospital,Sheffield, AL

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

    Dr. Segura-Vasi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043269244.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Segura-Vasi?

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

    What is Dr. Alvaro Segura-Vasi's specialty?

    Dr. Segura-Vasi is an Anesthesiologist near Florence, AL.

    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. Alvaro Segura-Vasi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Segura-Vasi is affiliated with West Tennessee Healthcare Jackson-Madison County General 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

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    Is Dr. Alvaro Segura-Vasi accepting new patients in Florence, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Alvaro Segura-Vasi is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alvaro Segura-Vasi offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Segura-Vasi's office at (256) 629-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alvaro Segura-Vasi?

    Please contact Dr. Segura-Vasi's office at (256) 629-1000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Segura-Vasi's office located?

    Dr. Segura-Vasi's offices are located in Florence, AL and Muscle Shoals, AL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Alvaro Segura-Vasi have?

    Dr. Alvaro Segura-Vasi is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.