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Dr. Sara Metcalf, MD

Anesthesiologist

Reno, NV

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Metcalf, Anesthesiologist in Reno, NV?

    Dr. Sara Metcalf, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Reno, NV with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Metcalf completed her residency at Or Hlth Sci Univ Hosp, Anesthesiology. Dr. Metcalf is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Metcalf’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Metcalf’s office at (775) 530-2790.

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

    • Residency: Or Hlth Sci Univ Hosp, Anesthesiology

    • Medical School: University of Nv Sch of Med, Reno Nv

    Is Dr. Metcalf board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Sara Metcalf, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Metcalf speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Metcalf 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. Metcalf. 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:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left hip
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Hip Arthritis
    • Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left 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:

    • Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Right Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Right Hand Numbness
    • Right CTS
    • Left Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Left Hand Numbness
    • Left CTS

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
    • G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Metcalf 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. Metcalf. 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

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
    • Sciatic Nerve Block
    • Sciatica Injection
    • Steroid Injection for Sciatica
    • Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve

    CPT Codes:

    • 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Metcalf accept my insurance?

    Dr. Metcalf accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (775) 530-2790 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Metcalf accept in Reno, NV?

    Dr. Metcalf in Reno, NV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Employer Direct Healthcare

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Medicare

    • Renown Health

    • State of Nevada

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Metcalf's office located?

    Dr. Sara Metcalf's Primary Practice

    411 E Taylor St Ste B

    Reno, NV 89502

    (775) 530-2790

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    Dr. Sara Metcalf's Practice 2

    520 Hammill Ln

    Reno, NV 89511

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    Dr. Sara Metcalf's Practice 3

    235 W 6th St

    Reno, NV 89503

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    What hospitals are Dr. Metcalf affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Metcalf has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Saint Marys Regional Medical Center,Reno, NV

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

    Dr. Metcalf's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346288719.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Metcalf?

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

    What is Dr. Sara Metcalf's specialty?

    Dr. Metcalf is an Anesthesiologist near Reno, NV.

    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. Sara Metcalf affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Metcalf is affiliated with Uc Davis 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 Dr. Sara Metcalf accepting new patients in Reno, NV?

    Yes, Dr. Sara Metcalf is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sara Metcalf offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Metcalf's office at (775) 530-2790 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sara Metcalf?

    Please contact Dr. Metcalf's office at (775) 530-2790 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Metcalf's office located?

    Dr. Metcalf's office is located in Reno, NV.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Sara Metcalf have?

    Dr. Sara Metcalf is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.