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Dr. Amaechi Erondu, MD

Anesthesiologist

Washington, DC

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Erondu, Anesthesiologist in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Amaechi Erondu, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Erondu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Erondu’s office at (202) 574-6000.

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

    • Medical School: U of Ife, Sch of Med,Ife-Ife,Oyo,Nigeria

    Is Dr. Erondu board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Amaechi Erondu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Erondu speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Erondu 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. Erondu. 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:

    • Cataract
    • Combined Age-Related Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness
    • Mixed Type Cataract
    • Multiple Cataract Types

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
    • H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Erondu 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. Erondu. 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:

    • Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
    • TAP block
    • Transversus abdominis plane block
    • Rectus sheath block
    • Abdominal pain injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)

    Does Dr. Erondu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Erondu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 574-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Erondu accept in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Erondu in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • District of Columbia

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Johns Hopkins Health System

    • MedStar Health

    • State of Maryland

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    Where is Dr. Erondu's office located?

    United Medical Center

    1310 Southern Ave SE

    Washington, DC 20032

    (202) 574-6000

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    Dr. Amaechi Erondu's Practice 2

    24440 Stone Springs Blvd

    Dulles, VA 20166

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    Dr. Amaechi Erondu's Practice 3

    7801 Old Branch Ave Ste 202

    Clinton, MD 20735

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

    Dr. Erondu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316053465.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Erondu?

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

    What is Dr. Amaechi Erondu's specialty?

    Dr. Erondu is an Anesthesiologist near Washington, DC.

    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. Amaechi Erondu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Erondu is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Amaechi Erondu accepting new patients in Washington, DC?

    Yes, Dr. Amaechi Erondu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Amaechi Erondu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Erondu's office at (202) 574-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Amaechi Erondu?

    Please contact Dr. Erondu's office at (202) 574-6000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Erondu's office located?

    Dr. Erondu's offices are located in Washington, DC, Dulles, VA, and Clinton, MD.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Amaechi Erondu have?

    Dr. Amaechi Erondu is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.