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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Westerheide, Anesthesiologist in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Christopher Westerheide, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Dallas, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Westerheide completed his residency at Univ Hosp-S Tx Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Univ Hosp-S Tx Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Westerheide is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Westerheide’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Westerheide’s office.
Where did Dr. Westerheide go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Hosp-S Tx Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Univ Hosp-S Tx Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Mo-Kansas City Sch of Med, Kansas City Mo
Is Dr. Westerheide board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Westerheide, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Westerheide speak?
Dr. Westerheide and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Westerheide treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Westerheide 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. Westerheide. 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.
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- 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
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Displacement
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back
- Herniated Disc in Lumbar Spine
- Lumbar Disc Protrusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5126: Other intervertebral disc displacement, lumbar region
What procedures does Dr. Westerheide perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Westerheide 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. Westerheide. 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.
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. Westerheide accept my insurance?
Dr. Westerheide accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Westerheide accept in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Westerheide in Dallas, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Baylor Scott & White Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Healthfirst
Medicare
Molina
SGS North America Inc
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Westerheide's office located?
Dr. Christopher Westerheide's Primary Practice
9301 N Central Expy Ste 100
Dallas, TX 75231
Dr. Christopher Westerheide's Practice 2
6606 Lyndon B Johnson Fwy Ste 200
Dallas, TX 75240
What is Dr. Westerheide's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Westerheide's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699714881.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Westerheide?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Westerheide
What is Dr. Christopher Westerheide's specialty?
Dr. Westerheide is a Anesthesiologist near Dallas, TX. 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. Contact Dr. Westerheide to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Westerheide affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Westerheide is affiliated with Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas, North Central Surgical Center Hospital, Texas Health Arlington Memorial, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Uptown, Texas Institute for Surgery at Texas Health Presbyterian Dallas which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?
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Is Christopher Westerheide accepting new patients in Dallas, TX?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Westerheide is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Westerheide offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Westerheide's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Westerheide?
Please contact Dr. Westerheide's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Westerheide have?
Dr. Christopher Westerheide is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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