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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tuesta, Anesthesiologist in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Enrique Tuesta, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Bakersfield, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Tuesta completed his residency at Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Anesthesiology; Univ Hosp Ramon Ruiz Arnau, Pediatrics. Dr. Tuesta is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tuesta’s office at (559) 784-1110.
Where did Dr. Tuesta go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Anesthesiology; Univ Hosp Ramon Ruiz Arnau, Pediatrics
Medical School: University Nac De Trujillo- Prog Acad De Med Humana- Trujillo- Peru
What languages does Dr. Tuesta speak?
Dr. Tuesta and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Tuesta typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Tuesta 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. Tuesta. 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:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallbladder Disease
- Sudden Gallbladder Attack
- Acute Cholecystitis
- Sudden Gallbladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K810: Acute cholecystitis
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Ureter Stone
- Ureteral Disorder
- Ureteral Calculus
ICD-10 Codes:
- N201: Calculus of ureter
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Tuesta typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Tuesta 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. Tuesta. 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:
- Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- TAP block
- Transversus abdominis plane block
- Rectus sheath block
- Abdominal pain injection
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Abdominal Nerve Block Injection
- Intercostal Nerve Block
- TAP Block
- Rectus Sheath Block
- Abdominal Plane Block
- Rib nerve injection
- Chest wall nerve block
- Intercostal pain injection
CPT Codes:
- 64486: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) unilateral; by injection(s) (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
- 64420: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; intercostal nerve, single level
Does Dr. Tuesta accept my insurance?
Dr. Tuesta accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (559) 784-1110 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tuesta accept in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Tuesta in Bakersfield, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
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Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
GEMCare
Humana
Kern Health Systems
Managed Care of America
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Where is Dr. Tuesta's office located?
Dr. Enrique Tuesta's Primary Practice
3001 Sillect Ave
Bakersfield, CA 93308
(559) 784-1110
What is Dr. Tuesta's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tuesta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891755419.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tuesta?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tuesta
What is Dr. Enrique Tuesta's specialty?
Dr. Tuesta is a Anesthesiologist near Bakersfield, CA.
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. Enrique Tuesta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tuesta is affiliated with Bakersfield Memorial 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 Enrique Tuesta accepting new patients in Bakersfield, CA?
Yes, Dr. Enrique Tuesta is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Enrique Tuesta offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tuesta's office at (559) 784-1110 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Enrique Tuesta?
Please contact Dr. Tuesta's office at (559) 784-1110 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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