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Dr. Stephen Smith, MD

Wilmington, NC

35 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Smith, Anesthesiologist in Wilmington, NC?

    Dr. Stephen Smith, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Wilmington, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Smith graduated from University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine and completed his residency at Duke Univ Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Univ Ok Hlth Sci Ctr, Anesthesiology. 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 (910) 343-7000.

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

    • Residency: Duke Univ Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Univ Ok Hlth Sci Ctr, Anesthesiology

    • Medical School: University of Ok Coll of Med, Oklahoma City Ok | University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Smith board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Stephen Smith, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Smith speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Smith treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Smith 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. 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:

    • 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:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee

    Also known as:

    • Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Right Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Right Hand Numbness
    • Right CTS
    • Left Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Left Hand Numbness
    • Left CTS

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
    • G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb

    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:

    • Peripheral Nerve Block
    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Nerve injection
    • Pain relief injection
    • Steroid injection for nerve pain
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
    • 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. Smith accept my insurance?

    Dr. Smith accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (910) 343-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Smith accept in Wilmington, NC?

    Dr. Smith in Wilmington, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • Centene

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Smith's office located?

    Dr. Stephen Smith's Primary Practice

    2131 S 17th St

    Wilmington, NC 28401

    (910) 343-7000

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    Dr. Stephen Smith's Practice 2

    2520 Independence Blvd Ste 200

    Wilmington, NC 28412

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    Dr. Stephen Smith's Practice 3

    507 E Fremont St

    Burgaw, NC 28425

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    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 1649276056.

    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. Stephen Smith's specialty?

    Dr. Smith is a Anesthesiologist near Wilmington, NC. 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. Stephen Smith affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Smith is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: New Hanover Regional Medical Center, Novant Health Pender Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?

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    Is Stephen Smith accepting new patients in Wilmington, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Stephen Smith is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Stephen Smith offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Smith's office at (910) 343-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Stephen Smith?

    Please contact Dr. Smith's office at (910) 343-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Stephen Smith have?

    Dr. Stephen Smith is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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