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Dr. Francis Catanzaro, MD

Dr. Francis Catanzaro, MD

Anesthesiologist

Rochester, NY

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Catanzaro, Anesthesiologist in Rochester, NY?

    Dr. Francis Catanzaro, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Rochester, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Catanzaro graduated from Albany Medical College of Union University, completed his residency at Strong Memorial Hospital of the University of Rochester Program, and is currently affiliated with Rochester General Hospital. Dr. Catanzaro is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Catanzaro’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Catanzaro’s office at (585) 922-4159.

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

    • Residency: Strong Memorial Hospital of the University of Rochester Program

    • Medical School: Albany Medical College of Union University

    Is Dr. Catanzaro board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Francis Catanzaro, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Catanzaro speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Catanzaro 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. Catanzaro. 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:

    • 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:

    • Combined Age-Related Cataract
    • Cataract
    • Mixed Type Cataract
    • Multiple Cataract Types

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Catanzaro 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. Catanzaro. 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
    • 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

    Does Dr. Catanzaro accept my insurance?

    Dr. Catanzaro accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (585) 922-4159 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Catanzaro accept in Rochester, NY?

    Dr. Catanzaro in Rochester, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Independent Health Association

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Catanzaro's office located?

    Rochester General Hospital

    1425 Portland Ave

    Rochester, NY 14621

    (585) 922-4159

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    Dr. Francis Catanzaro's Practice 2

    2 Coulter Rd

    Clifton Springs, NY 14432

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    Dr. Francis Catanzaro's Practice 3

    130 Allens Creek Rd

    Rochester, NY 14618

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    What hospitals are Dr. Catanzaro affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Catanzaro has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

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

    Dr. Catanzaro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659315240.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Catanzaro?

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

    What is Dr. Francis Catanzaro's specialty?

    Dr. Catanzaro is an Anesthesiologist near Rochester, NY.

    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. Francis Catanzaro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Catanzaro is affiliated with Rochester General Hospital 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. Francis Catanzaro accepting new patients in Rochester, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Francis Catanzaro is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Francis Catanzaro offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Catanzaro's office at (585) 922-4159 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Francis Catanzaro?

    Please contact Dr. Catanzaro's office at (585) 922-4159 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Catanzaro's office located?

    Dr. Catanzaro's offices are located in Rochester, NY and Clifton Springs, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Francis Catanzaro have?

    Dr. Francis Catanzaro is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.