35 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Weissend, Anesthesiologist in Rochester, NY?
Dr. Kurt Weissend, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Rochester, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Weissend graduated from University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry and completed his residency at U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, Anesthesiology. Dr. Weissend is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Weissend’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Weissend’s office at (585) 723-7191.
Where did Dr. Weissend go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, Anesthesiology | SUNY Syracuse | SUNY Health Science Center at Brooklyn Program
Medical School: University of Rochester Sch of Med & Dentistry, Rochester Ny | University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry
Is Dr. Weissend board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Kurt Weissend, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Weissend speak?
Dr. Weissend and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Weissend typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Weissend 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. Weissend. 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:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Weissend typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Weissend 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. Weissend. 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:
- Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- TAP block
- Transversus abdominis plane block
- Rectus sheath block
- Abdominal pain injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
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. Weissend accept my insurance?
Dr. Weissend accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (585) 723-7191 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Weissend accept in Rochester, NY?
Dr. Weissend in Rochester, NY 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
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Weissend's office located?
What is Dr. Weissend's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Weissend's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649284027.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Weissend?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Weissend
What is Dr. Kurt Weissend's specialty?
Dr. Weissend is a 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 this Dr. Kurt Weissend affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Weissend 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 Kurt Weissend accepting new patients in Rochester, NY?
Yes, Dr. Kurt Weissend is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kurt Weissend offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Weissend's office at (585) 723-7191 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kurt Weissend?
Please contact Dr. Weissend's office at (585) 723-7191 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kurt Weissend have?
Dr. Kurt Weissend is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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