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Dr. Douglas Loughead, MD

Dr. Douglas Loughead, MD

Freeport, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Loughead, Anesthesiologist in Freeport, IL?

    Dr. Douglas Loughead, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Freeport, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Loughead graduated from University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine, completed his residency at Brooke Army Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Brooke Army Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year, and is currently affiliated with Swedishamerican Hospital. Dr. Loughead is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Loughead’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Loughead’s office at (815) 877-4848.

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

    • Residency: Brooke Army Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Brooke Army Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Brooke Army Med Center | LECOMT/United Memorial Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University of Cincinnati Coll of Med, Cincinnati Oh | University of Cincinnati / Main Campus | University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Loughead board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Douglas Loughead, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Loughead speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Loughead 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. Loughead. 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 here.

    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:

    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Childbirth
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery

    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:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Melena
    • Black Stools
    • Upper GI Bleed Signs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K921: Melena

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    Also known as:

    • Sterilization Procedure
    • Tubal Ligation
    • Vasectomy
    • Permanent contraception
    • Tubal ligation
    • Surgical birth control

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z302: Encounter for sterilization

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Loughead 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. Loughead. 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 here.

    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:

    • 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. Loughead accept my insurance?

    Dr. Loughead accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (815) 877-4848 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Loughead accept in Freeport, IL?

    Dr. Loughead in Freeport, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • Centene Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Quartz Health Solutions

    • State of Illinois

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Loughead's office located?

    Dr. Douglas Loughead's Primary Practice

    1045 W Stephenson St

    Freeport, IL 61032

    (815) 877-4848

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    Swedishamerican Hospital

    1401 E State St

    Rockford, IL 61104

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    Dr. Douglas Loughead's Practice 3

    2202 Harlem Rd

    Loves Park, IL 61111

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

    Dr. Loughead's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225074891.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Loughead?

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

    What is Dr. Douglas Loughead's specialty?

    Dr. Loughead is a Anesthesiologist near Freeport, IL.

    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. Douglas Loughead affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Loughead is affiliated with Uw Health Swedishamerican 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

    When to see an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Douglas Loughead accepting new patients in Freeport, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Douglas Loughead is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Douglas Loughead offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Loughead's office at (815) 877-4848 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Douglas Loughead?

    Please contact Dr. Loughead's office at (815) 877-4848 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Douglas Loughead have?

    Dr. Douglas Loughead is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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