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Dr. Edward Briggs, MD

Anesthesiologist

San Antonio, TX

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Briggs, Anesthesiologist in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Edward Briggs, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Briggs graduated from University of Manchester School of Medicine and completed his residency at Johns Hopkins University Program. Dr. Briggs is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Briggs’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Briggs’s office at (210) 375-7750.

    Where did Dr. Briggs go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Johns Hopkins University Program

    • Medical School: University of Manchester, Fac of Med, Manchester | University of Manchester School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Briggs board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Edward Briggs, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Briggs speak?

    Dr. Briggs and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Briggs typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Briggs 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. Briggs. 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

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Briggs typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Briggs 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. Briggs. 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:

    • 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. Briggs accept my insurance?

    Dr. Briggs accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 375-7750 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Briggs accept in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Briggs in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Briggs' office located?

    Dr. Edward Briggs' Primary Practice

    45 NE Loop 410 Ste 900

    San Antonio, TX 78216

    (210) 375-7750

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    Dr. Edward Briggs' Practice 2

    4242 Medical Dr Ste 3100

    San Antonio, TX 78229

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    Dr. Edward Briggs' Practice 3

    3510 N Loop 1604 E

    San Antonio, TX 78247

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    What hospitals are Dr. Briggs affiliated with?

    Dr. Briggs has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Central Texas Medical Center,San Marcos, TX

    What is Dr. Briggs's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Briggs's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508848243.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Briggs?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Briggs

    What is Dr. Edward Briggs's specialty?

    Dr. Briggs is an Anesthesiologist near San Antonio, TX.

    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 Dr. Edward Briggs affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Briggs is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Central Texas Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

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    Is Dr. Edward Briggs accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Edward Briggs is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Edward Briggs offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Briggs' office at (210) 375-7750 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Edward Briggs?

    Please contact Dr. Briggs' office at (210) 375-7750 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Briggs' office located?

    Dr. Briggs' office is located in San Antonio, TX.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Edward Briggs have?

    Dr. Edward Briggs is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.