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Dr. Khalid Athar, MD

Anesthesiologist

Culpeper, VA

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Athar, Anesthesiologist in Culpeper, VA?

    Dr. Khalid Athar, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Culpeper, VA. He has been practicing for over 25 years. Dr. Athar is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Athar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Athar’s office at (540) 829-0700.

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

    • Medical School: Dow Med College University Of Karachi Pakistan

    What languages does Dr. Athar speak?

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

    • English
    • Urdu

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Athar 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. Athar. 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:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy Lens
    • Lens Opacity
    • Eye Clouding
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H269: Unspecified cataract
    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Cataract
    • Cataract
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes-related cataract
    • Cloudy lens from diabetes
    • Diabetic eye cataract

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1136: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic cataract

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Khalid Athar may include:

    Please contact Dr. Athar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Athar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Athar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (540) 829-0700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Athar accept in Culpeper, VA?

    Dr. Athar in Culpeper, 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)

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Athar's office located?

    Dr. Khalid Athar's Primary Practice

    541 Sunset Ln Ste 201

    Culpeper, VA 22701

    (540) 829-0700

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

    Dr. Athar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891995510.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Athar?

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

    What is Dr. Khalid Athar's specialty?

    Dr. Athar is an Anesthesiologist near Culpeper, VA.

    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. Khalid Athar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Athar is affiliated with Uva Health Culpeper Medical Center, Uva University 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 an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. 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 Dr. Khalid Athar accepting new patients in Culpeper, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Khalid Athar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Khalid Athar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Athar's office at (540) 829-0700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Khalid Athar?

    Please contact Dr. Athar's office at (540) 829-0700 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Athar's office located?

    Dr. Athar's office is located in Culpeper, VA.