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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sharpless, Anesthesiologist in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. James Sharpless, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Sharpless completed his residency at Tulane Univ Hosp & Clis, Anesthesiology; Tulane Univ Hosp & Clis, Internal Medicine. Dr. Sharpless is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sharpless’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sharpless’s office at (225) 214-6436.
Where did Dr. Sharpless go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Tulane Univ Hosp & Clis, Anesthesiology; Tulane Univ Hosp & Clis, Internal Medicine
Is Dr. Sharpless board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. James Sharpless, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Sharpless speak?
Dr. Sharpless and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Sharpless typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Sharpless 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. Sharpless. 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
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Stenosis
- Blocked Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Sharpless typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Sharpless 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. Sharpless. 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)
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- TAP block
- Transversus abdominis plane block
- Rectus sheath block
- Abdominal pain injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
- 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
Also known as:
- Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
- Central Line Placement
- CVC Insertion
- Temporary Central Line
- IV Access Catheter
CPT Codes:
- 36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older
Does Dr. Sharpless accept my insurance?
Dr. Sharpless accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 214-6436 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sharpless accept in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Sharpless in Baton Rouge, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Broward Health
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Sharpless' office located?
Dr. James Sharpless' Primary Practice
8212 Summa Ave
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
(225) 214-6436
What is Dr. Sharpless's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sharpless's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588651467.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sharpless?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sharpless
What is Dr. James Sharpless's specialty?
Dr. Sharpless is a Anesthesiologist near Baton Rouge, LA.
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. James Sharpless affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sharpless is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet, Rapides Regional Medical Center, Lake Charles Memorial Hospital, Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center 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 James Sharpless accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?
Yes, Dr. James Sharpless is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Sharpless offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sharpless's office at (225) 214-6436 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Sharpless?
Please contact Dr. Sharpless's office at (225) 214-6436 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Sharpless have?
Dr. James Sharpless is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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