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Dr. Brett Wurth, MD

Anesthesiologist

Springfield, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wurth, Anesthesiologist in Springfield, IL?

    Dr. Brett Wurth, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Springfield, IL. He is board certified. Dr. Wurth graduated from Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center. Dr. Wurth is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wurth’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wurth’s office at (217) 788-5495.

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

    • Medical School: Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center

    Is Dr. Wurth board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Brett Wurth, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Wurth speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Wurth 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. Wurth. 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
    • 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

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Cataract
    • Cataract
    • Senile Cataract
    • Cloudy Lens
    • Lens Opacity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H259: Unspecified age-related cataract

    Also known as:

    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Childbirth
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Wurth 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. Wurth. 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:

    • 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

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Intercostal Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
    • Rib nerve injection
    • Chest wall nerve block
    • Intercostal pain injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
    • 64420: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; intercostal nerve, single level

    Does Dr. Wurth accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wurth accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (217) 788-5495 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wurth accept in Springfield, IL?

    Dr. Wurth in Springfield, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Fox Insurance Company

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Wurth's office located?

    Memorial Medical Ctr

    701 N 1st St

    Springfield, IL 62781

    (217) 788-5495

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    What hospitals are Dr. Wurth affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Wurth has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Taylorville Memorial Hospital,Taylorville, IL
    Lincoln Memorial Hospital,Lincoln, IL

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

    Dr. Wurth's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528024254.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wurth?

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

    What is Dr. Brett Wurth's specialty?

    Dr. Wurth is an Anesthesiologist near Springfield, IL.

    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. Brett Wurth affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wurth is affiliated with Springfield 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 Dr. Brett Wurth accepting new patients in Springfield, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Brett Wurth is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Brett Wurth offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wurth's office at (217) 788-5495 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Brett Wurth?

    Please contact Dr. Wurth's office at (217) 788-5495 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Wurth's office located?

    Dr. Wurth's office is located in Springfield, IL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Brett Wurth have?

    Dr. Brett Wurth is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.