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Dr. James Derrisaw, MD
Laramie, WY
22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Derrisaw, Anesthesiologist in Laramie, WY?
Dr. James Derrisaw, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Laramie, WY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Derrisaw graduated from University Of Colorado School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Ut Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Exempla St Joseph Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Derrisaw is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Derrisaw’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Derrisaw’s office at (970) 224-2985.
Where did Dr. Derrisaw go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Ut Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Exempla St Joseph Hosp, General Surgery | Exempla St Joseph Hospital | Exempla St Joseph Hospital Program
Medical School: University of Co Sch of Med, Denver Co | University Of Colorado School Of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Derrisaw speak?
Dr. Derrisaw and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Derrisaw treat?
As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Derrisaw 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. Derrisaw. 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.
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 Dr. Derrisaw perform?
As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Derrisaw 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. Derrisaw. 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.
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
Does Dr. Derrisaw accept my insurance?
Dr. Derrisaw accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (970) 224-2985 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Derrisaw accept in Laramie, WY?
Dr. Derrisaw in Laramie, WY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Express Scripts
HealthComp
Johns Hopkins
State of Wyoming
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Derrisaw's office located?
What is Dr. Derrisaw's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Derrisaw's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710975586.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Derrisaw?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Derrisaw
What is Dr. James Derrisaw's specialty?
Dr. Derrisaw is a Anesthesiologist near Laramie, WY. 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. Contact Dr. Derrisaw to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Derrisaw affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Derrisaw is affiliated with SageWest Hospital – Riverton, WY 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
Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?
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Is James Derrisaw accepting new patients in Laramie, WY?
Yes, Dr. James Derrisaw is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Derrisaw offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Derrisaw's office at (970) 224-2985 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Derrisaw?
Please contact Dr. Derrisaw's office at (970) 224-2985 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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