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Dr. Kathryn Beckstrom, MD

Anesthesiologist, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist

Columbia, SC

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Beckstrom, Anesthesiologist in Columbia, SC?

    Dr. Kathryn Beckstrom, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Columbia, SC with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Beckstrom graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin and completed her residency at Hartford Hosp. Dr. Beckstrom is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Beckstrom’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Beckstrom’s office at (803) 434-2797.

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

    • Residency: Hartford Hosp | St Luke's Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Medical College of Wisconsin | Medical College of Wisconsin

    Is Dr. Beckstrom board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Kathryn Beckstrom, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Beckstrom speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Beckstrom 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. Beckstrom. 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:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • Osteoarthritis of the left hip
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Hip Arthritis
    • Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
    • M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip

    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

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Beckstrom 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. Beckstrom. 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
    • Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
    • Armpit nerve block
    • Axillary nerve pain injection
    • Shoulder nerve block
    • Guided nerve injection
    • Sciatic Nerve Block
    • Sciatica Injection
    • Steroid Injection for Sciatica
    • Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve

    CPT Codes:

    • 64417: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; axillary nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
    • 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Peripheral Nerve Block
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance
    • Nerve injection
    • Pain relief injection
    • Steroid injection for nerve pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
    • 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch

    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. Beckstrom accept my insurance?

    Dr. Beckstrom accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 434-2797 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Beckstrom accept in Columbia, SC?

    Dr. Beckstrom in Columbia, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of South Carolina

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Beckstrom's office located?

    Dr. Kathryn Beckstrom's Primary Practice

    109 Blarney Dr

    Columbia, SC 29223

    (803) 434-2797

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    Dr. Kathryn Beckstrom's Practice 2

    106 Ellett Rd

    Chapin, SC 29036

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    What hospitals are Dr. Beckstrom affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Beckstrom has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Newberry County Memorial Hospital,Newberry, SC

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

    Dr. Beckstrom's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467411579.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Beckstrom?

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

    What is Dr. Kathryn Beckstrom's specialty?

    Dr. Beckstrom is an Anesthesiologist near Columbia, SC.

    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. Kathryn Beckstrom affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Beckstrom is affiliated with Prisma Health Baptist Parkridge Hospital 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. Kathryn Beckstrom accepting new patients in Columbia, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Kathryn Beckstrom is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kathryn Beckstrom offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Beckstrom's office at (803) 434-2797 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kathryn Beckstrom?

    Please contact Dr. Beckstrom's office at (803) 434-2797 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Beckstrom's office located?

    Dr. Beckstrom's offices are located in Columbia, SC and Chapin, SC.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kathryn Beckstrom have?

    Dr. Kathryn Beckstrom is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.