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Dr. Biju Kattapuram, MD

Anesthesiologist

Washington, DC

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

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

    Dr. Biju Kattapuram, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Kattapuram graduated from University of Alberta Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry and completed his residency at Univ Of Md Med Sys, Anesthesiology. Dr. Kattapuram is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kattapuram’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kattapuram’s office at (202) 877-7000.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Md Med Sys, Anesthesiology | University Of MD Med Sys | University of Maryland Program

    • Medical School: University of Alberta, Faculty of Medicine | University of Alberta Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry | University of Alberta Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry

    Is Dr. Kattapuram board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Biju Kattapuram, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Kattapuram speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Kattapuram 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. Kattapuram. 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:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Leaky Mitral Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve
    • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
    • Mitral Regurgitation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
    • I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Unstable Angina
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
    • Unstable Chest Pain
    • Acute Coronary Syndrome
    • Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Unstable Angina

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
    • I25110: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unstable angina pectoris

    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:

    • Peripheral Artery Disease
    • PVD
    • PAD
    • Poor Circulation in Legs
    • Blocked Leg Arteries

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Aortic Aneurysm
    • Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
    • AAA
    • Aorta Bulge

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I7140: Abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture, unspecified

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Biju Kattapuram may include:

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

    Does Dr. Kattapuram accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kattapuram accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 877-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Kattapuram 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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Riverside Health

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Kattapuram's office located?

    Dr. Biju Kattapuram's Primary Practice

    110 Irving St NW

    Washington, DC 20010

    (202) 877-7000

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    Dr. Biju Kattapuram's Practice 2

    7503 Surratts Rd

    Clinton, MD 20735

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

    Dr. Kattapuram's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417981747.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kattapuram?

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

    What is Dr. Biju Kattapuram's specialty?

    Dr. Kattapuram 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. Biju Kattapuram affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kattapuram is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Medstar Union Memorial 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. Biju Kattapuram accepting new patients in Washington, DC?

    Yes, Dr. Biju Kattapuram is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Biju Kattapuram offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kattapuram's office at (202) 877-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Biju Kattapuram?

    Please contact Dr. Kattapuram's office at (202) 877-7000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kattapuram's office located?

    Dr. Kattapuram's offices are located in Washington, DC and Clinton, MD.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Biju Kattapuram have?

    Dr. Biju Kattapuram is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.