He is an in-network provider for United Healthcare EPO, United Healthcare Bronze, and United Healthcare Silver, in addition to other insurance carriers. He attended Medical College of Georgia for medical school and subsequently trained at a hospital affiliated with the University of Alabama for residency. Dr. Plagenhoef has received the following distinctions: Chief Resident, Anesthesiology, University of Alabama, Birmingham, AL; Excellence in Government Award, American Society of Anesthesiologists; and Distinguished Service Award, American Academy of Anesthesiologists Assistants. He is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Health - Central Texas.