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34 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Flax, Anesthesiologist in York, PA?
Dr. Ronald Flax, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in York, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Flax completed his residency at Johns Hopkins Hosp, Anesthesiology Mercy Catholic Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Flax is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Flax’s office at (301) 838-9606.
Where did Dr. Flax go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Johns Hopkins Hosp, Anesthesiology Mercy Catholic Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Med Coll of Pa, Philadelphia
Is Dr. Flax board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Ronald Flax, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Flax speak?
Dr. Flax and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Flax typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Flax 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. Flax. 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:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
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:
- Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Left Wrist Nerve Compression
- Left Hand Numbness
- Left CTS
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb
Also known as:
- Rotator Cuff Strain
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Sprains and Strains
- Pulled Rotator Cuff Muscle
- Shoulder Tendon Strain
- Rotator Cuff Sprain
- Strained Shoulder Tendon
ICD-10 Codes:
- S46011A: Strain of muscle(s) and tendon(s) of the rotator cuff of right shoulder, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Flax typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Flax 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. Flax. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
- Axillary Nerve Block Injection
- Sciatic Nerve Block
- Sciatica Injection
- Steroid Injection for Sciatica
- Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve
- Armpit nerve block
- Axillary nerve pain injection
- Shoulder nerve block
- Guided nerve injection
CPT Codes:
- 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64417: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; axillary nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Flax accept my insurance?
Dr. Flax accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 838-9606 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Flax accept in York, PA?
Dr. Flax in York, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Flax's office located?
What is Dr. Flax's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Flax's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821099433.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Flax?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Flax
What is Dr. Ronald Flax's specialty?
Dr. Flax is a Anesthesiologist near York, PA.
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. Ronald Flax affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Flax is affiliated with Oss Orthopaedic 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 Ronald Flax accepting new patients in York, PA?
Yes, Dr. Ronald Flax is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ronald Flax offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Flax's office at (301) 838-9606 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ronald Flax?
Please contact Dr. Flax's office at (301) 838-9606 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ronald Flax have?
Dr. Ronald Flax is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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