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28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cowens, Anesthesiologist in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Cheryl Cowens, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Louisville, KY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 28 years. Dr. Cowens graduated from University of Louisville School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Cowens is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cowens’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cowens’s office at (502) 259-6391.
Where did Dr. Cowens go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Louisville Sch of Med, Louisville Ky | University of Louisville School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Cowens speak?
Dr. Cowens and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Cowens typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Cowens 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. Cowens. 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:
- 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:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp 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:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
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:
- Barrett's Esophagus
- Esophagus Disorder
- Barrett’s Esophagus
- Barrett's condition
- Esophageal metaplasia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2270: Barrett's esophagus without dysplasia
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Cowens typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Cowens 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. Cowens. 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:
- Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
- TAP block
- Transversus abdominis plane block
- Rectus sheath block
- Abdominal pain injection
CPT Codes:
- 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
Does Dr. Cowens accept my insurance?
Dr. Cowens accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (502) 259-6391 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cowens accept in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Cowens in Louisville, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CareSource
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Cowens' office located?
What is Dr. Cowens's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cowens's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598765380.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cowens?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cowens
What is Dr. Cheryl Cowens's specialty?
Dr. Cowens is a Anesthesiologist near Louisville, KY.
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. Cheryl Cowens affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cowens is affiliated with Baptist Health Louisville 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 Cheryl Cowens accepting new patients in Louisville, KY?
Yes, Dr. Cheryl Cowens is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Cheryl Cowens offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cowens's office at (502) 259-6391 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Cheryl Cowens?
Please contact Dr. Cowens's office at (502) 259-6391 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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