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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Melbihess, Anesthesiologist in Boise, ID?
Dr. Eric Melbihess, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Boise, ID. He is board certified. Dr. Melbihess completed his residency at Univ Of Nm Sch Of Med, Anesthesiology; Univ Of Nm Sch Of Med, General Surgery. Dr. Melbihess is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Melbihess’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Melbihess’s office at (208) 367-2121.
Where did Dr. Melbihess go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Nm Sch Of Med, Anesthesiology; Univ Of Nm Sch Of Med, General Surgery | University Of Nm School Of Med
Medical School: University of Wi Med Sch, Madison Wi
Is Dr. Melbihess board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Eric Melbihess, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Melbihess speak?
Dr. Melbihess and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Melbihess typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Melbihess 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. Melbihess. 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 here.
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 an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Melbihess typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Melbihess 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. Melbihess. 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 here.
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
- Sciatic Nerve Block
- Sciatica Injection
- Steroid Injection for Sciatica
- Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Melbihess accept my insurance?
Dr. Melbihess accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (208) 367-2121 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Melbihess accept in Boise, ID?
Dr. Melbihess in Boise, ID accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Medicare
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Where is Dr. Melbihess' office located?
What is Dr. Melbihess's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Melbihess's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699782656.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Melbihess?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Melbihess
What is Dr. Eric Melbihess's specialty?
Dr. Melbihess is a Anesthesiologist near Boise, ID.
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. Eric Melbihess affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Melbihess is affiliated with Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center - Boise 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 Eric Melbihess accepting new patients in Boise, ID?
Yes, Dr. Eric Melbihess is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Eric Melbihess offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Melbihess's office at (208) 367-2121 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Eric Melbihess?
Please contact Dr. Melbihess's office at (208) 367-2121 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Eric Melbihess have?
Dr. Eric Melbihess is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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