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Dr. Alar Saaremets, MD

Anesthesiologist

Truckee, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Saaremets, Anesthesiologist in Truckee, CA?

    Dr. Alar Saaremets, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Truckee, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Saaremets graduated from Tartu State University / Estonia. Dr. Saaremets is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Saaremets’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Saaremets’s office at (530) 582-1882.

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

    • Medical School: Tartu State Med Inst, Tartu, Estonia (Fn: -) | University Of Tartu, Faculty Of Medicine | Tartu State University / Estonia

    Is Dr. Saaremets board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Alar Saaremets, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Saaremets speak?

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

    • English
    • Russian

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Saaremets 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. Saaremets. 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:

    • 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

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Saaremets 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. Saaremets. 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

    Does Dr. Saaremets accept my insurance?

    Dr. Saaremets accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (530) 582-1882 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Saaremets accept in Truckee, CA?

    Dr. Saaremets in Truckee, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Saaremets' office located?

    Dr. Alar Saaremets' Primary Practice

    10121 Pine Ave

    Truckee, CA 96161

    (530) 582-1882

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    Dr. Alar Saaremets' Practice 2

    10956 Donner Pass Rd Ste 230

    Truckee, CA 96161

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    Dr. Alar Saaremets' Practice 3

    1000 Greenley Rd

    Sonora, CA 95370

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    What hospitals are Dr. Saaremets affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Saaremets has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Mammoth Hospital,Mammoth Lakes, CA
    Loma Linda University Medical Center,Loma Linda, CA

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

    Dr. Saaremets's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346290012.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Saaremets?

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

    What is Dr. Alar Saaremets's specialty?

    Dr. Saaremets is an Anesthesiologist near Truckee, CA.

    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. Alar Saaremets affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Saaremets is affiliated with Tahoe Forest 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. Alar Saaremets accepting new patients in Truckee, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Alar Saaremets is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alar Saaremets offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Saaremets' office at (530) 582-1882 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alar Saaremets?

    Please contact Dr. Saaremets' office at (530) 582-1882 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Saaremets' office located?

    Dr. Saaremets' offices are located in Truckee, CA and Sonora, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Alar Saaremets have?

    Dr. Alar Saaremets is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.