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Dr. Carl Smagula, MD

Anesthesiologist

Cedar Rapids, IA

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Smagula, Anesthesiologist in Cedar Rapids, IA?

    Dr. Carl Smagula, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Cedar Rapids, IA. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Smagula graduated from University of Minnesota Med School and completed his residency at Brooke Army Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Brooke Army Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Smagula is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Smagula’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Smagula’s office at (719) 595-7417.

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

    • Residency: Brooke Army Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Brooke Army Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | LECOMT/United Memorial Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University of Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn | University of Mn Med Sch | University of Minnesota Med School

    Is Dr. Smagula board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Carl Smagula, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Smagula speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Smagula 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. Smagula. 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:

    • Ureter Stone
    • Ureteral Disorder
    • Ureteral Calculus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N201: Calculus of ureter

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Pancreatic Disease
    • Pancreatic Cyst
    • Pancreatic Disease
    • Miscellaneous Pancreas Disorders
    • Named Pancreatic Conditions
    • Other Defined Pancreas Problems
    • Cyst on Pancreas
    • Pancreatic Pseudocyst
    • Fluid Sac on Pancreas

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8689: Other specified diseases of pancreas
    • K862: Cyst of pancreas

    Also known as:

    • Cirrhosis
    • Liver scarring
    • End-stage liver disease
    • Chronic liver failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver

    Also known as:

    • Bile Duct Stones
    • Gallstones
    • Choledocholithiasis
    • Biliary duct calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8050: Calculus of bile duct without cholangitis or cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Melena
    • Black Stools
    • Upper GI Bleed Signs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K921: Melena

    Also known as:

    • Esophageal Varices
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Varices of the Esophagus
    • Enlarged Esophageal Veins
    • Dilated Esophageal Veins

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I8500: Esophageal varices without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Bile Duct
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Biliary Obstruction
    • Bile Duct Blockage
    • Obstructed Bile Duct

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K831: Obstruction of bile duct

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Uterine and Vaginal Bleeding
    • Vaginal Bleeding
    • Unusual Uterine Bleeding
    • Abnormal Vaginal Discharge
    • AUB
    • Irregular Genital Bleeding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N939: Abnormal uterine and vaginal bleeding, unspecified

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Carl Smagula may include:

    Please contact Dr. Smagula's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Smagula accept my insurance?

    Dr. Smagula accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (719) 595-7417 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Smagula accept in Cedar Rapids, IA?

    Dr. Smagula in Cedar Rapids, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Medicare

    • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield

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    Where is Dr. Smagula's office located?

    Dr. Carl Smagula's Primary Practice

    600 7th St SE Ste 101

    Cedar Rapids, IA 52401

    (719) 595-7417

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

    Dr. Smagula's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568414100.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Smagula?

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

    What is Dr. Carl Smagula's specialty?

    Dr. Smagula is an Anesthesiologist near Cedar Rapids, IA.

    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. Carl Smagula affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Smagula is affiliated with Mercy Medical Center - Cedar Rapids, Ia 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

    When to see an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Carl Smagula accepting new patients in Cedar Rapids, IA?

    Yes, Dr. Carl Smagula is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Carl Smagula offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Smagula's office at (719) 595-7417 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Carl Smagula?

    Please contact Dr. Smagula's office at (719) 595-7417 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Smagula's office located?

    Dr. Smagula's office is located in Cedar Rapids, IA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Carl Smagula have?

    Dr. Carl Smagula is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.