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18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kjelgaard, Anesthesiologist in Aurora, CO?
Dr. Eric Kjelgaard, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Aurora, CO with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Kjelgaard completed his residency at University Of Wa Med Center. Dr. Kjelgaard is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kjelgaard’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kjelgaard’s office at (303) 377-6825.
Where did Dr. Kjelgaard go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University Of Wa Med Center
Is Dr. Kjelgaard board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Eric Kjelgaard, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Kjelgaard speak?
Dr. Kjelgaard and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Kjelgaard typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Kjelgaard 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. Kjelgaard. 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:
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis of the left hip
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
- M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
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
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Kjelgaard typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Kjelgaard 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. Kjelgaard. 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:
- 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:
- 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
Does Dr. Kjelgaard accept my insurance?
Dr. Kjelgaard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (303) 377-6825 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kjelgaard accept in Aurora, CO?
Dr. Kjelgaard in Aurora, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
Liberty Mutual Insurance Company
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kjelgaard's office located?
Dr. Eric Kjelgaard's Practice 2
8000 E Maplewood Ave Ste 200
Greenwood Village, CO 80111
What hospitals are Dr. Kjelgaard affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Kjelgaard has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Hca Healthone Aurora,Aurora, CO
Ranked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked C-section surgery
Hca Healthone Aurora,Aurora, CO
Ranked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked C-section surgery
Centennial Hospital,Englewood, CO
Centennial Hospital,Englewood, CO
What is Dr. Kjelgaard's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kjelgaard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679548085.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kjelgaard?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kjelgaard
What is Dr. Eric Kjelgaard's specialty?
Dr. Kjelgaard is an Anesthesiologist near Aurora, CO.
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. Eric Kjelgaard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kjelgaard is affiliated with Hca Healthone Aurora 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. Eric Kjelgaard accepting new patients in Aurora, CO?
Yes, Dr. Eric Kjelgaard is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Eric Kjelgaard offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kjelgaard's office at (303) 377-6825 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Eric Kjelgaard?
Please contact Dr. Kjelgaard's office at (303) 377-6825 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Kjelgaard's office located?
Dr. Kjelgaard's offices are located in Aurora, CO, Greenwood Village, CO, and Denver, CO.
Which board certifications does Dr. Eric Kjelgaard have?
Dr. Eric Kjelgaard is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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