35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Stafford, Surgeon in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Frederick Stafford, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Stafford graduated from Meharry Medical College and completed his residency at Lac-King/Drew Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Stafford is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Stafford’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Stafford’s office at (562) 427-1322.
Where did Dr. Stafford go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Lac-King/Drew Med Ctr, General Surgery | LECOMT/United Memorial Medical Center Program
Medical School: Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine | Meharry Medical College
Is Dr. Stafford board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Frederick Stafford, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Stafford speak?
Dr. Stafford and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Stafford typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Stafford 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. Stafford. 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 Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Acute pain from injury
- Pain
- Traumatic pain
- Injury pain
- Sudden pain from trauma
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8911: Acute pain due to trauma
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Stafford typically perform?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Frederick Stafford may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
Please contact Dr. Stafford's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Stafford accept my insurance?
Dr. Stafford accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 427-1322 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Stafford accept in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Stafford in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Conifer Health Solutions
HealthRight Group
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Stafford's office located?
Dr. Frederick Stafford's Primary Practice
10012 Kennerly Rd Ste 406
Saint Louis, MO 63128
(562) 427-1322
What is Dr. Stafford's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Stafford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013975028.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Stafford?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Stafford
What is Dr. Frederick Stafford's specialty?
Dr. Stafford is a Surgeon near Saint Louis, MO.
What does a Surgeon do?
General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.
Is this Dr. Frederick Stafford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Stafford is affiliated with Mercy Hospital South 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 Frederick Stafford accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?
Yes, Dr. Frederick Stafford is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Frederick Stafford offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Stafford's office at (562) 427-1322 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Frederick Stafford?
Please contact Dr. Stafford's office at (562) 427-1322 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Frederick Stafford have?
Dr. Frederick Stafford is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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