48 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rowland Smith, Anesthesiologist in Visalia, CA?
Dr. Robert Rowland Smith, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Visalia, CA. He has been practicing for over 48 years and is board certified. Dr. Rowland Smith completed his residency at Northwestern Mem Hosp, Anesthesiology; Methodist Hospitals, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Rowland Smith is fluent in English and Afrikaans, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rowland Smith’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rowland Smith’s office at (559) 624-2000.
Where did Dr. Rowland Smith go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Northwestern Mem Hosp, Anesthesiology; Methodist Hospitals, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Medical School: University Of Pretoria- Fac Of Med- Pretoria- So Africa
Is Dr. Rowland Smith board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Robert Rowland Smith, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Rowland Smith speak?
Dr. Rowland Smith and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Afrikaans
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Rowland Smith typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Rowland Smith 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. Rowland Smith. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
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:
- Sterilization Procedure
- Tubal Ligation
- Vasectomy
- Permanent contraception
- Tubal ligation
- Surgical birth control
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z302: Encounter for sterilization
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Rowland Smith typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Rowland Smith 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. Rowland Smith. 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 here.
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. Rowland Smith accept my insurance?
Dr. Rowland Smith accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (559) 624-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rowland Smith accept in Visalia, CA?
Dr. Rowland Smith in Visalia, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
GEMCare
Humana
Managed Care of America
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Rowland Smith's office located?
Dr. Robert Rowland Smith's Primary Practice
400 W Mineral King Ave
Visalia, CA 93291
(559) 624-2000
What is Dr. Rowland Smith's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rowland Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821044694.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rowland Smith?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rowland Smith
What is Dr. Robert Rowland Smith's specialty?
Dr. Rowland Smith is a Anesthesiologist near Visalia, 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 this Dr. Robert Rowland Smith affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rowland Smith is affiliated with Kaweah Health 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
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Is Robert Rowland Smith accepting new patients in Visalia, CA?
Yes, Dr. Robert Rowland Smith is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Rowland Smith offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rowland Smith's office at (559) 624-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Rowland Smith?
Please contact Dr. Rowland Smith's office at (559) 624-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Rowland Smith have?
Dr. Robert Rowland Smith is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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