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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Burns, Critical Care Surgeon in Chesapeake, VA?
Dr. William Burns, MD is a Critical Care Surgeon, who primarily practices in Chesapeake, VA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Burns is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Burns’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Burns’s office at (757) 668-3483.
What languages does Dr. Burns speak?
Dr. Burns and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Burns typically treat?
As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Burns 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. Burns. 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:
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Head Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
What procedures does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Burns typically perform?
As a Critical Care Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. William Burns may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
Please contact Dr. Burns' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Burns accept my insurance?
Dr. Burns accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 668-3483 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Burns accept in Chesapeake, VA?
Dr. Burns in Chesapeake, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Virginia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Burns' office located?
Dr. William Burns' Primary Practice
111 Mill Creek Pkwy Ste 300
Chesapeake, VA 23323
(757) 668-3483
What is Dr. Burns's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Burns's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255721791.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Burns?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Burns
What is Dr. William Burns's specialty?
Dr. Burns is a Critical Care Surgeon near Chesapeake, VA.
What does a Critical Care Surgeon do?
A surgeon specializing in critical care medicine is an expert in managing critically ill and postoperative patients, particularly trauma victims. They are responsible to diagnose, treat, and support patients with multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to clinical care, these specialists may oversee the administration of intensive care units and coordinate patient care between the primary physician, critical care staff, and other specialists.
Is this Dr. William Burns affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Burns is affiliated with Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, The Johns Hopkins 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 a Critical Care Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is William Burns accepting new patients in Chesapeake, VA?
Yes, Dr. William Burns is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Burns offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Burns's office at (757) 668-3483 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Burns?
Please contact Dr. Burns's office at (757) 668-3483 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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