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Dr. Stephen Bolt, MD

Tacoma, WA

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bolt, Anesthesiologist in Tacoma, WA?

    Dr. Stephen Bolt, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Tacoma, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Bolt completed his residency at Walter Reed Army Med Ctr, Anesthesiology. Dr. Bolt is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bolt’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bolt’s office at (253) 426-4101.

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

    • Residency: Walter Reed Army Med Ctr, Anesthesiology

    • Medical School: Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences,Bethesda

    Is Dr. Bolt board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Stephen Bolt, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Bolt speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Bolt 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. Bolt. 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 here.

    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

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Other Esophagus Condition
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Various esophageal diseases
    • Miscellaneous esophagus problems
    • Other food pipe issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2289: Other specified disease of esophagus

    Also known as:

    • Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastric Conditions
    • Duodenal Conditions
    • Digestive System Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Bolt 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. Bolt. 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 here.

    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:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Bolt accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bolt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (253) 426-4101 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bolt accept in Tacoma, WA?

    Dr. Bolt in Tacoma, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • Cigna Group

    • First Health Group

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Washington

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Bolt's office located?

    Dr. Stephen Bolt's Primary Practice

    1717 S J St

    Tacoma, WA 98405

    (253) 426-4101

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    Dr. Stephen Bolt's Practice 2

    1112 6th Ave Ste 200

    Tacoma, WA 98405

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    Dr. Stephen Bolt's Practice 3

    11567 Canterwood Blvd

    Gig Harbor, WA 98332

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

    Dr. Bolt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710967237.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bolt?

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

    What is Dr. Stephen Bolt's specialty?

    Dr. Bolt is a Anesthesiologist near Tacoma, WA.

    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. Stephen Bolt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bolt is affiliated with St. Anthony Hospital - Gig Harbor, St. Francis Hospital - Federal Way, Wa, St. Joseph Medical Center - Tacoma which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Stephen Bolt accepting new patients in Tacoma, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Stephen Bolt is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Stephen Bolt offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bolt's office at (253) 426-4101 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Stephen Bolt?

    Please contact Dr. Bolt's office at (253) 426-4101 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Stephen Bolt have?

    Dr. Stephen Bolt is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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