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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pile, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Washington, DC?
Dr. Christopher Pile, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Pile completed his residency at Riverside Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Pile is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pile’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pile’s office at (703) 531-1106.
Where did Dr. Pile go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Riverside Hosp, Family Medicine | Riverside Family Practice Residency Program
Is Dr. Pile board certified as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Pile, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Pile speak?
Dr. Pile and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Pile typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Pile 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. Pile. 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:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- Cancer pain
- Cancer--Living with Cancer
- Pain
- Cancer Pain
- Cancer Pain (PDQ)
- Pain from cancer
- Tumor pain
- Neoplasm pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)
Also known as:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Special Medical Examination
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Pile typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Pile may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
Please contact Dr. Pile's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Pile accept my insurance?
Dr. Pile accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (703) 531-1106 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pile accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Pile 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
District of Columbia
Independence Health Group
Medicare
MedStar Health
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Pile's office located?
Dr. Christopher Pile's Primary Practice
2150 Pennsylvania Ave NW
Washington, DC 20037
(703) 531-1106
What is Dr. Pile's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pile's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447367057.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pile?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pile
What is Dr. Christopher Pile's specialty?
Dr. Pile is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Washington, DC.
What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?
An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.
Is this Dr. Christopher Pile affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pile is affiliated with George Washington University Hospital 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
When to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Christopher Pile accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Pile is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Pile offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pile's office at (703) 531-1106 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Pile?
Please contact Dr. Pile's office at (703) 531-1106 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Pile have?
Dr. Christopher Pile is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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