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Dr. Desha Wear, MD

Anesthesiologist

Effingham, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wear, Anesthesiologist in Effingham, IL?

    Dr. Desha Wear, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Effingham, IL. She is board certified. Dr. Wear graduated from Saint Louis University School of Medicine. Dr. Wear is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wear’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wear’s office at (217) 342-1234.

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

    • Medical School: Saint Louis University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Wear board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Desha Wear, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Wear speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Wear 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. Wear. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Age-Related Cataract
    • Cataract
    • Combined Age-Related Cataract
    • Senile Cataract
    • Cloudy Lens
    • Lens Opacity
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness
    • Mixed Type Cataract
    • Multiple Cataract Types

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H259: Unspecified age-related cataract
    • H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
    • H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Wear 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. Wear. 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:

    • Axillary Nerve Block Injection
    • Armpit nerve block
    • Axillary nerve pain injection
    • Shoulder nerve block
    • Guided nerve injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64417: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; axillary nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Wear accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wear accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (217) 342-1234 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wear accept in Effingham, IL?

    Dr. Wear in Effingham, IL 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)

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

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    Where is Dr. Wear's office located?

    Dr. Desha Wear's Primary Practice

    904 W Temple Ave

    Effingham, IL 62401

    (217) 342-1234

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    What hospitals are Dr. Wear affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Wear has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Hshs Good Shepherd Hospital,Shelbyville, IL

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

    Dr. Wear's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326027525.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wear?

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

    What is Dr. Desha Wear's specialty?

    Dr. Wear is an Anesthesiologist near Effingham, IL.

    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. Desha Wear affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wear is affiliated with Sarah Bush Lincoln 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. Desha Wear accepting new patients in Effingham, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Desha Wear is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Desha Wear offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wear's office at (217) 342-1234 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Desha Wear?

    Please contact Dr. Wear's office at (217) 342-1234 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Wear's office located?

    Dr. Wear's office is located in Effingham, IL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Desha Wear have?

    Dr. Desha Wear is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.