27 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Matthews, Anesthesiologist in Albany, GA?
Dr. Josiah Matthews, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Albany, GA. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Matthews graduated from Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine and completed his residency at Carraway Methodist Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Baptist Hlth System Inc, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Matthews is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Matthews’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Matthews’s office at (229) 496-1874.
Where did Dr. Matthews go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Carraway Methodist Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Baptist Hlth System Inc, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Birmingham Med Ctr-U Ala | Baptist Health System Program
Medical School: Med Univ of Sc Coll of Med, Charleston Sc | Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine
Is Dr. Matthews board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Josiah Matthews, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Matthews speak?
Dr. Matthews and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Matthews typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Matthews 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. Matthews. 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:
- Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Lower Back and Tailbone Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Herniated Disc in Lumbosacral Region with Radiculopathy
- Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5117: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbosacral Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47817: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Matthews typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Josiah Matthews may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
Please contact Dr. Matthews' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Matthews accept my insurance?
Dr. Matthews accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (229) 496-1874 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Matthews accept in Albany, GA?
Dr. Matthews in Albany, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alliant Health Plans
CareGuard
Carepoint Health
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Matthews' office located?
Dr. Josiah Matthews' Primary Practice
2810 Meredyth Dr # 100
Albany, GA 31707
(229) 496-1874
What is Dr. Matthews's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Matthews's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497717003.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Matthews?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Matthews
What is Dr. Josiah Matthews's specialty?
Dr. Matthews is a Anesthesiologist near Albany, GA.
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. Josiah Matthews affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Matthews is affiliated with Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital, Phoebe Sumter Medical Center, Tift Regional Medical Center, Colquitt Regional Medical Center 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
When to see an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Josiah Matthews accepting new patients in Albany, GA?
Yes, Dr. Josiah Matthews is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Josiah Matthews offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Matthews's office at (229) 496-1874 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Josiah Matthews?
Please contact Dr. Matthews's office at (229) 496-1874 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Josiah Matthews have?
Dr. Josiah Matthews is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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