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Who is Dr. Budenbender, Anesthesiologist in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Kurt Budenbender, DO is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Budenbender graduated from Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University and completed his residency at Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Anesthesiology. Dr. Budenbender is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Budenbender’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Budenbender’s office at (209) 956-7725.
Where did Dr. Budenbender go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, Anesthesiology | UCLA Med Ctr/UCLA D Geffen School | Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
Medical School: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University
Is Dr. Budenbender board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Kurt Budenbender, DO is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Budenbender speak?
Dr. Budenbender and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Budenbender typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Budenbender 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. Budenbender. 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:
- 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:
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
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:
- Other tear of the medial meniscus in the right knee
- Other tear of the medial meniscus in the left knee
- Cartilage Disorder
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Torn meniscus
- Knee cartilage tear
- Meniscal injury
- Torn knee cartilage
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83241A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter
- S83242A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, left knee, initial encounter
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Budenbender typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Budenbender 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. Budenbender. 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:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Lower Leg Nerve Block Injection
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
- Fascial plane block for leg pain
- Lower extremity nerve injection
- Leg pain block with imaging
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64473: Lower Extremity Fascial Plane Block, Unilateral; By Injection(S), Including Imaging Guidance, When Performed
Also known as:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (No Imaging)
- Lower Back Epidural Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Pain Injection (Lumbar)
CPT Codes:
- 62322: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); without imaging guidance
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. Budenbender accept my insurance?
Dr. Budenbender accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (209) 956-7725 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Budenbender accept in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Budenbender in Phoenix, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Capital Blue Cross
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Budenbender's office located?
Dr. Kurt Budenbender's Primary Practice
4605 E Elwood St Ste 500
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(209) 956-7725
What is Dr. Budenbender's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Budenbender's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114966025.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Budenbender?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Budenbender
What is Dr. Kurt Budenbender's specialty?
Dr. Budenbender is a Anesthesiologist near Phoenix, AZ.
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. Kurt Budenbender affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Budenbender is affiliated with Arizona Specialty Hospital, Honorhealth John C. Lincoln Medical Center, Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix, Banner Thunderbird Medical Center, Honorhealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center 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
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Is Kurt Budenbender accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Kurt Budenbender is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kurt Budenbender offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Budenbender's office at (209) 956-7725 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kurt Budenbender?
Please contact Dr. Budenbender's office at (209) 956-7725 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kurt Budenbender have?
Dr. Kurt Budenbender is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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