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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fivelstad, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Charlottesville, VA?
Dr. Kathryn Fivelstad, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Charlottesville, VA. Dr. Fivelstad is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fivelstad’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fivelstad’s office at (434) 924-2231.
What languages does Dr. Fivelstad speak?
Dr. Fivelstad and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Fivelstad typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Fivelstad 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. Fivelstad. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Fivelstad typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kathryn Fivelstad may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Fivelstad's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Fivelstad accept my insurance?
Dr. Fivelstad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (434) 924-2231 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fivelstad accept in Charlottesville, VA?
Dr. Fivelstad in Charlottesville, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Intermountain Health
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Fivelstad's office located?
Dr. Kathryn Fivelstad's Primary Practice
1215 Lee St
Charlottesville, VA 22908
(434) 924-2231
What is Dr. Fivelstad's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fivelstad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134757099.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fivelstad?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fivelstad
What is Dr. Kathryn Fivelstad's specialty?
Dr. Fivelstad is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Charlottesville, VA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Kathryn Fivelstad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fivelstad is affiliated with Henderson Hospital, Summerlin Hospital Medical Center, Spring Valley Hospital Medical Center, Sunrise Hospital & Medical Center, St. Rose Dominican Hospital - Siena Campus, Southern Hills Hospital & 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kathryn Fivelstad accepting new patients in Charlottesville, VA?
Yes, Dr. Kathryn Fivelstad is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kathryn Fivelstad offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fivelstad's office at (434) 924-2231 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kathryn Fivelstad?
Please contact Dr. Fivelstad's office at (434) 924-2231 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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