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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wedgeworth, Anesthesiologist in Flower Mound, TX?
Dr. Richard Wedgeworth, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Flower Mound, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Wedgeworth completed his residency at U Tx Sw Med Ctr Affil Hsps, Anesthesiology; U Tx Sw Med Ctr Affil Hsps, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Wedgeworth is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wedgeworth’s office at (972) 715-5000.
Where did Dr. Wedgeworth go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: U Tx Sw Med Ctr Affil Hsps, Anesthesiology; U Tx Sw Med Ctr Affil Hsps, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Is Dr. Wedgeworth board certified in Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Wedgeworth, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Wedgeworth speak?
Dr. Wedgeworth and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Wedgeworth treat?
As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Wedgeworth 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. Wedgeworth. 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
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. Wedgeworth perform?
As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Wedgeworth 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. Wedgeworth. 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:
- Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- TAP block
- Transversus abdominis plane block
- Rectus sheath block
- Abdominal pain injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Wedgeworth accept my insurance?
Dr. Wedgeworth accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (972) 715-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wedgeworth accept in Flower Mound, TX?
Dr. Wedgeworth in Flower Mound, TX 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)
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
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Where is Dr. Wedgeworth's office located?
Dr. Richard Wedgeworth's Primary Practice
4400 Long Prairie Rd
Flower Mound, TX 75028
(972) 715-5000
Dr. Richard Wedgeworth's Practice 2
2831 E President George Bush Hwy
Richardson, TX 75082
What is Dr. Wedgeworth's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wedgeworth's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174500573.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wedgeworth?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wedgeworth
What is Dr. Richard Wedgeworth's specialty?
Dr. Wedgeworth is a Anesthesiologist near Flower Mound, TX. 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. Wedgeworth to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Richard Wedgeworth affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wedgeworth is affiliated with Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Flower Mound 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 Richard Wedgeworth accepting new patients in Flower Mound, TX?
Yes, Dr. Richard Wedgeworth is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Wedgeworth offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wedgeworth's office at (972) 715-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Wedgeworth?
Please contact Dr. Wedgeworth's office at (972) 715-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Wedgeworth have?
Dr. Richard Wedgeworth is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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