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Who is Dr. Thurness, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Sioux Falls, SD?
Dr. Brent Thurness, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Sioux Falls, SD with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Thurness completed his residency at Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Anesthesiology; Central Ia Hlth Sys/Ia Methodi, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Thurness is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thurness’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thurness’s office at (605) 388-9440.
Where did Dr. Thurness go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Anesthesiology; Central Ia Hlth Sys/Ia Methodi, Flexible Or Transitional Year | University Iowa Hosps and Clins
Medical School: University Of Ia Coll Of Med- Iowa City Ia | Roy J Lucille A Carver College of Medicine At University of Iowa,Iowa City, Ia, United States
Is Dr. Thurness board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Brent Thurness, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Thurness speak?
Dr. Thurness and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Thurness typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Thurness 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. Thurness. 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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Chronic Low Back Pain
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5459: Other low back pain
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
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
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Thurness typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Thurness 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. Thurness. 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:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
- Cervical Epidural Injection
- Thoracic Epidural Injection
- Pain Relief Spinal Injection
CPT Codes:
- 62323: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
- 64493: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; single level
- 62321: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, cervical or thoracic; with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Facet joint block
- Zygapophyseal joint injection
- Lower back facet injection
- Sacral facet injection
CPT Codes:
- 64494: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Sacroiliac Joint Injection
- SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac steroid injection
- Image-guided SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac joint block
CPT Codes:
- 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
Also known as:
- Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
- Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
- Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
- Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Knee Injection with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
Also known as:
- Trigger Point Injection
- Muscle Pain Injection
- Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
- Trigger Point Release Injection
CPT Codes:
- 20552: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 1 or 2 muscle(s)
Does Dr. Thurness accept my insurance?
Dr. Thurness accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (605) 388-9440 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Thurness accept in Sioux Falls, SD?
Dr. Thurness in Sioux Falls, SD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Avera Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medica Group
Medicare
State of South Dakota
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Thurness' office located?
What is Dr. Thurness's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Thurness's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265424873.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thurness?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Thurness
What is Dr. Brent Thurness's specialty?
Dr. Thurness is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Sioux Falls, SD.
What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist do?
In both hospital and outpatient settings, an anesthesiologist offers patients with acute, chronic, and/or cancer pain a high standard of care by serving as their primary care physician or consultant. Moreover, the anesthesiologist collaborates with other specialists to coordinate the needs of patient care.
Is this Dr. Brent Thurness affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Thurness is affiliated with Avera Mckennan Hospital & University Health Center, Avera Sacred Heart Hospital, Monument Health Spearfish Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Brent Thurness accepting new patients in Sioux Falls, SD?
Yes, Dr. Brent Thurness is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brent Thurness offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Thurness's office at (605) 388-9440 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brent Thurness?
Please contact Dr. Thurness's office at (605) 388-9440 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Brent Thurness have?
Dr. Brent Thurness is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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