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Dr. Jefferson Thurlby, MD

Anesthesiologist

Fayetteville, AR

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Thurlby, Anesthesiologist in Fayetteville, AR?

    Dr. Jefferson Thurlby, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Fayetteville, AR with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Thurlby graduated from University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine. Dr. Thurlby is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thurlby’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thurlby’s office at (479) 463-1000.

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

    • Medical School: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Thurlby board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Jefferson Thurlby, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Thurlby speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Thurlby 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. Thurlby. 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:

    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Thurlby 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. Thurlby. 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
    • Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance
    • TAP block
    • Transversus abdominis plane block
    • Rectus sheath block
    • Abdominal pain injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
    • 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Lower Leg Nerve Block Injection
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
    • Fascial plane block for leg pain
    • Lower extremity nerve injection
    • Leg pain block with imaging

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
    • 64473: Lower Extremity Fascial Plane Block, Unilateral; By Injection(S), Including Imaging Guidance, When Performed

    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. Thurlby accept my insurance?

    Dr. Thurlby accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (479) 463-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Thurlby accept in Fayetteville, AR?

    Dr. Thurlby in Fayetteville, AR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Arkansas

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Thurlby's office located?

    Dr. Jefferson Thurlby's Primary Practice

    3215 N Northhills Blvd

    Fayetteville, AR 72703

    (479) 463-1000

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    Dr. Jefferson Thurlby's Practice 2

    7301 Rogers Ave

    Fort Smith, AR 72903

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

    Dr. Thurlby's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790758985.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thurlby?

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

    What is Dr. Jefferson Thurlby's specialty?

    Dr. Thurlby is an Anesthesiologist near Fayetteville, AR.

    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. Jefferson Thurlby affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Thurlby is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Northwest Arkansas 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. Jefferson Thurlby accepting new patients in Fayetteville, AR?

    Yes, Dr. Jefferson Thurlby is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jefferson Thurlby offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Thurlby's office at (479) 463-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Jefferson Thurlby?

    Please contact Dr. Thurlby's office at (479) 463-1000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Thurlby's office located?

    Dr. Thurlby's offices are located in Fayetteville, AR and Fort Smith, AR.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jefferson Thurlby have?

    Dr. Jefferson Thurlby is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.