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Dr. Joseph Foss, MD

Dr. Joseph Foss, MD

Anesthesiologist

Cleveland, OH

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Foss, Anesthesiologist in Cleveland, OH?

    Dr. Joseph Foss, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Cleveland, OH with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Foss graduated from The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University. Dr. Foss is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Foss’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Foss’s office at (216) 444-2200.

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

    • Medical School: The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University

    What languages does Dr. Foss speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Foss 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. Foss. 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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Other 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
    • General Cancer Screening
    • Unspecified Cancer Check
    • Screening for Rare Cancers

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
    • Z1289: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of other sites

    Also known as:

    • Diaphragmatic Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Hiatal Hernia
    • Hernia of the Diaphragm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Esophagus
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Esophageal Obstruction
    • Food Pipe Blockage
    • Swallowing Difficulty

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K222: Esophageal obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Foss may include:

    Please contact Dr. Foss' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Foss accept my insurance?

    Dr. Foss accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (216) 444-2200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Foss accept in Cleveland, OH?

    Dr. Foss in Cleveland, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareSource

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medical Mutual of Ohio

    • Medicare

    • State of Ohio

    • Summa Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Foss' office located?

    Dr. Joseph Foss' Primary Practice

    9500 Euclid Ave

    Cleveland, OH 44195

    (216) 444-2200

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    Dr. Joseph Foss' Practice 2

    6801 Brecksville Rd

    Independence, OH 44131

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

    Dr. Foss's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316902380.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Foss?

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

    What is Dr. Joseph Foss's specialty?

    Dr. Foss is an Anesthesiologist near Cleveland, OH.

    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. Joseph Foss affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Foss is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Marymount Hospital, Hillcrest Hospital 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Joseph Foss accepting new patients in Cleveland, OH?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Foss is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Foss offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Foss' office at (216) 444-2200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joseph Foss?

    Please contact Dr. Foss' office at (216) 444-2200 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Foss' office located?

    Dr. Foss' offices are located in Cleveland, OH and Independence, OH.