HP
31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Preas, Anesthesiologist in Hagerstown, MD?
Dr. Hugh Preas, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Hagerstown, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Preas graduated from East Tennessee State University James H. Quillen College of Medicine and completed his residency at U MD Sch Med. Dr. Preas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Preas’s office at (301) 718-9800.
Where did Dr. Preas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: U MD Sch Med | University of Maryland Program
Medical School: East Tennessee State University James H. Quillen College of Medicine
Is Dr. Preas board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Hugh Preas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Preas speak?
Dr. Preas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Preas typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Preas 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. Preas. 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:
- Kidney Stones
- Ureter Stone
- Ureteral Disorder
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
- Ureteral Calculus
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
- N201: Calculus of ureter
Also known as:
- Enlarged Tonsils
- Tonsil hypertrophy
- Swollen tonsils
- Big tonsils
ICD-10 Codes:
- J351: Hypertrophy of tonsils
Also known as:
- Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Right Wrist Nerve Compression
- Right Hand Numbness
- Right CTS
- Left Wrist Nerve Compression
- Left Hand Numbness
- Left CTS
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
- G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb
Also known as:
- Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral
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:
- Deviated Septum
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Crooked nose septum
- Nasal blockage
- Septal deviation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J342: Deviated nasal septum
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Preas typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Preas 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. Preas. 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
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
Also known as:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Lower Leg Nerve Block Injection
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
- Fascial plane block for leg pain
- Lower extremity nerve injection
- Leg pain block with imaging
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64473: Lower Extremity Fascial Plane Block, Unilateral; By Injection(S), Including Imaging Guidance, When Performed
Also known as:
- Knee Nerve Pain Injection
- Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
- Genicular Nerve Block
- Knee Pain Steroid Injection
- Knee Nerve Anesthetic Injection
- Sciatic Nerve Block
- Sciatica Injection
- Steroid Injection for Sciatica
- Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 64454: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; genicular nerve branches, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Preas accept my insurance?
Dr. Preas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 718-9800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Preas accept in Hagerstown, MD?
Dr. Preas in Hagerstown, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Risant Health
Riverside Health
Unknown
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Preas' office located?
Dr. Hugh Preas' Primary Practice
11116 Medical Campus Rd
Hagerstown, MD 21742
(301) 718-9800
What is Dr. Preas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Preas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750371118.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Preas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Preas
What is Dr. Hugh Preas's specialty?
Dr. Preas is a Anesthesiologist near Hagerstown, MD.
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. Hugh Preas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Preas is affiliated with Meritus Health 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
When to see an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Hugh Preas accepting new patients in Hagerstown, MD?
Yes, Dr. Hugh Preas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hugh Preas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Preas's office at (301) 718-9800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hugh Preas?
Please contact Dr. Preas's office at (301) 718-9800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Hugh Preas have?
Dr. Hugh Preas is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
Other Anesthesiologist Near Hagerstown, MD
YL
Anesthesiologist
Accepting patientsDr. Yongbo Liao, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified.
Baltimore, MD
FD
Anesthesiologist
Accepting patientsDr. Frederick D'alauro, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Hagerstown, MD. He has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified.
Hagerstown, MD
RG
Anesthesiologist
Accepting patientsDr. Raymond Gathiuni, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Hagerstown, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified.
Hagerstown, MD