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Dr. Alex Barkai, MD

Anesthesiologist

Tucson, AZ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Barkai, Anesthesiologist in Tucson, AZ?

    Dr. Alex Barkai, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ. He is board certified. Dr. Barkai completed his residency at Med Coll Of Ohio, Anesthesiology; Univ Of Ar Coll Of Med, Anesthesiology. Dr. Barkai is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Barkai’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Barkai’s office at (602) 395-0718.

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

    • Residency: Med Coll Of Ohio, Anesthesiology; Univ Of Ar Coll Of Med, Anesthesiology

    • Medical School: Dagestanskij Med Inst- Mahackala- Dagestan- Russia

    Is Dr. Barkai board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Alex Barkai, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Barkai speak?

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

    • English
    • Russian

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Barkai 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. Barkai. 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:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones
    • Cholelithiasis
    • Gallbladder stones
    • Biliary calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Gallstones
    • Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Long-term gallbladder inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Barkai 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. Barkai. 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
    • 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:

    • Abdominal Nerve Block Injection
    • Lower Leg Nerve Block Injection
    • TAP Block
    • Rectus Sheath Block
    • Abdominal Plane Block
    • Fascial plane block for leg pain
    • Lower extremity nerve injection
    • Leg pain block with imaging

    CPT Codes:

    • 64486: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) unilateral; by injection(s) (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
    • 64473: Lower Extremity Fascial Plane Block, Unilateral; By Injection(S), Including Imaging Guidance, When Performed

    Does Dr. Barkai accept my insurance?

    Dr. Barkai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (602) 395-0718 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Barkai accept in Tucson, AZ?

    Dr. Barkai in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • All Other Territories

    • Banner Health

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • HealthRight Group

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Barkai's office located?

    Dr. Alex Barkai's Primary Practice

    1601 W Saint Marys Rd

    Tucson, AZ 85745

    (602) 395-0718

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    What hospitals are Dr. Barkai affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Barkai has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    St. Marys Hospital - Tucson,Tucson, AZ

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

    Dr. Barkai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215914858.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Barkai?

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

    What is Dr. Alex Barkai's specialty?

    Dr. Barkai is an Anesthesiologist near Tucson, AZ.

    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. Alex Barkai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Barkai is affiliated with Carondelet Holy Cross Hospital & Health Center 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 Dr. Alex Barkai accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?

    Yes, Dr. Alex Barkai is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alex Barkai offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Barkai's office at (602) 395-0718 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alex Barkai?

    Please contact Dr. Barkai's office at (602) 395-0718 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Barkai's office located?

    Dr. Barkai's office is located in Tucson, AZ.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Alex Barkai have?

    Dr. Alex Barkai is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.