24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Smith, Anesthesiologist in Gulf Breeze, FL?
Dr. Rick Smith, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Gulf Breeze, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years. Dr. Smith graduated from Temple University School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Hlth Ctr Of Pittsburgh, Anesthesiology; Western Pennsylvania Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Smith is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Smith’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Smith’s office at (850) 437-8390.
Where did Dr. Smith go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Hlth Ctr Of Pittsburgh, Anesthesiology; Western Pennsylvania Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | George Washington University School of Medicine Program
Medical School: Temple Univeristy School of Medicine | Temple University School Of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Smith speak?
Dr. Smith and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What procedures does Dr. Smith perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. 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. 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.
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. Smith accept my insurance?
Dr. Smith accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (850) 437-8390 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Smith accept in Gulf Breeze, FL?
Dr. Smith in Gulf Breeze, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
Express Scripts
Inland Empire
Medicare
State of Alabama
State of Tennessee
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Smith's office located?
Dr. Rick Smith's Primary Practice
1110 Gulf Breeze Pkwy
Gulf Breeze, FL 32561
(850) 437-8390
What is Dr. Smith's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811931967.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Smith?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Smith
What is Dr. Rick Smith's specialty?
Dr. Smith is a Anesthesiologist near Gulf Breeze, FL. 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. Smith to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Rick Smith affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Smith is affiliated with Baptist Hospital - Pensacola 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 Rick Smith accepting new patients in Gulf Breeze, FL?
Yes, Dr. Rick Smith is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rick Smith offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Smith's office at (850) 437-8390 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rick Smith?
Please contact Dr. Smith's office at (850) 437-8390 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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