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Dr. Kenneth Bluestone, MD

Anesthesiologist

Belleville, IL

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Bluestone, Anesthesiologist in Belleville, IL?

    Dr. Kenneth Bluestone, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Belleville, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Bluestone completed his residency at Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, Anesthesiology; Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, Obstetrics And Gynecology. Dr. Bluestone is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bluestone’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bluestone’s office at (618) 257-4376.

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

    • Residency: Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, Anesthesiology; Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, Obstetrics And Gynecology | Barnes Jewish Hospital S Campus

    • Medical School: University of Mo-Kansas City Sch of Med, Kansas City Mo

    Is Dr. Bluestone board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Kenneth Bluestone, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Bluestone speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Bluestone 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. Bluestone. 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

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Bluestone 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. Bluestone. 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

    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. Bluestone accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bluestone accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (618) 257-4376 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bluestone accept in Belleville, IL?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Christian Healthcare Ministries

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • Premier

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Bluestone's office located?

    Dr. Kenneth Bluestone's Primary Practice

    4500 Memorial Dr

    Belleville, IL 62226

    (618) 257-4376

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    Dr. Kenneth Bluestone's Practice 2

    14825 North Outer 40 Rd Ste 100

    Chesterfield, MO 63017

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    Dr. Kenneth Bluestone's Practice 3

    12101 Woodcrest Executive Dr

    Saint Louis, MO 63141

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

    Dr. Bluestone's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326045568.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bluestone?

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

    What is Dr. Kenneth Bluestone's specialty?

    Dr. Bluestone is an Anesthesiologist near Belleville, 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 Dr. Kenneth Bluestone affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Bluestone is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

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    Is Dr. Kenneth Bluestone accepting new patients in Belleville, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Kenneth Bluestone is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kenneth Bluestone offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bluestone's office at (618) 257-4376 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kenneth Bluestone?

    Please contact Dr. Bluestone's office at (618) 257-4376 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Bluestone's office located?

    Dr. Bluestone's offices are located in Belleville, IL, Chesterfield, MO, and Saint Louis, MO.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kenneth Bluestone have?

    Dr. Kenneth Bluestone is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.