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Dr. Craig Rezac, MD

Arlington, VA

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Rezac, Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) in Arlington, VA?

    Dr. Craig Rezac, MD is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), who primarily practices in Arlington, VA. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Rezac completed his residency at Umdnj-R W Johnson Med Sch, Colon And Rectal Surgery; Umdnj-R W Johnson Med Sch, General Surgery; Monmouth Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Rezac is fluent in English and Italian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rezac’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rezac’s office at (703) 717-4180.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Rezac?

    Dr. Craig Rezac, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Rezac empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Colon & Rectal Cancer, Diverticulitis, Endoscopic Microsurgery, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Laparoscopic Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Arlington/VA community, Dr. Rezac is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Umdnj-R W Johnson Med Sch, Colon And Rectal Surgery; Umdnj-R W Johnson Med Sch, General Surgery; Monmouth Med Ctr, General Surgery | Monmouth Med Center | UMDNJ

    • Medical School: University Di Pisa, Fac Di Medicine | Universita Di Pisa, Facolta Di Medicina E Chirurgia

    Is Dr. Rezac board certified as a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?

    Yes, Dr. Craig Rezac, MD is board certified by the American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery , American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Rezac speak?

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

    • English

    • Italian

    What conditions does Dr. Rezac treat?

    As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Rezac 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. Rezac. 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.

    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:

    • Third Degree Hemorrhoids
    • Second Degree Hemorrhoids
    • Hemorrhoidal Skin Tags
    • Perianal Blood Clot
    • Hemorrhoids
    • Anal Disorder
    • Prolapsed hemorrhoids
    • Grade 3 hemorrhoids
    • Severe hemorrhoids
    • Internal hemorrhoids that prolapse
    • Grade 2 hemorrhoids
    • Moderate hemorrhoids
    • Anal skin tags
    • Perianal skin tags
    • Leftover hemorrhoid skin
    • Thrombosed Hemorrhoid
    • External Hemorrhoid Clot
    • Blood Clot near Anus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K642: Third degree hemorrhoids
    • K641: Second degree hemorrhoids
    • K644: Residual hemorrhoidal skin tags
    • K645: Perianal venous thrombosis

    Also known as:

    • Anal Fistula
    • Anal Dysplasia
    • Anal Disorder
    • Fistulas
    • Perianal Fistula
    • Fistula-in-Ano
    • Abnormal Anal Tract
    • Abnormal anal cells
    • Precancerous anal changes
    • Anal epithelial dysplasia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K603: Anal fistula
    • K6282: Dysplasia of anus

    Also known as:

    • Anal Fissure
    • Anal Disorder
    • Rectal Tear
    • Fissure in Anus
    • Perianal Fissure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K602: Anal fissure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Early Stage Anal Cancer
    • Anal Cancer
    • Anal Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
    • Precancerous Anal Lesion
    • Stage 0 Anal Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D013: Carcinoma in situ of anus and anal canal

    Also known as:

    • Other Anal and Rectal Condition
    • Anal and Rectal Disorder
    • Anal Disorder
    • Rectal Disorder
    • Proctitis
    • Anal Disorders
    • Rectal Disorders
    • Anorectal disease
    • Anal problems
    • Rectal problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K6289: Other specified diseases of anus and rectum
    • K629: Disease of anus and rectum, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
    • Rectal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • Melena
    • Black Stools
    • Upper GI Bleed Signs
    • Anal Bleeding
    • Blood in Stool
    • Lower GI Bleed

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K921: Melena
    • K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum

    Also known as:

    • Colorectal Cancer
    • Rectal cancer
    • Colon cancer
    • Bowel cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of rectum
    • Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
    • C187: Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon

    Also known as:

    • Large Intestine Diverticulitis with Perforation and Abscess
    • Abscess
    • Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
    • Inflamed Colon Diverticula with Abscess
    • Perforated Large Bowel Diverticulitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5720: Diverticulitis of large intestine with perforation and abscess without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Other Muscle Disorder
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Various Muscle Conditions
    • Uncommon Muscle Problems
    • Specific Muscle Ailments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6289: Other specified disorders of muscle

    Also known as:

    • Colostomy Care
    • Ostomy
    • Stoma Care
    • Bowel Diversion Care
    • Ostomy Bag Management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z433: Encounter for attention to colostomy

    Also known as:

    • Complete Bowel Incontinence
    • Bowel Incontinence
    • Full fecal incontinence
    • Total loss of bowel control
    • Severe accidental bowel leakage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R159: Full incontinence of feces

    Also known as:

    • Anal Itching
    • Anal Disorder
    • Itching
    • Pruritus Ani
    • Itchy Anus
    • Perianal Itch

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L290: Pruritus ani

    What procedures does Dr. Rezac perform?

    As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Rezac 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. Rezac. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Exam with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy
    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Colon Biopsy
    • Large Intestine Scope
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
    • Colon Polyp Removal
    • Colorectal Lesion Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
    • 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
    • 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique

    Also known as:

    • Internal Hemorrhoid Removal (THD)
    • Hemorrhoid Removal with Rubber Band Ligation
    • Stapled Hemorrhoid Removal
    • Transanal Hemorrhoidal Dearterialization
    • THD Procedure
    • Hemorrhoid Ligation with Mucopexy
    • Rubber Band Ligation for Hemorrhoids
    • Internal Hemorrhoid Ligation
    • Banding of Hemorrhoids
    • Hemorrhoid Banding
    • Hemorrhoidopexy
    • PPH Procedure
    • Stapled Hemorrhoidectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 46948: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal, by transanal hemorrhoidal dearterialization, 2 or more hemorrhoid columns/groups, including ultrasound guidance, with mucopexy, when performed
    • 46221: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal, by rubber band ligation(s)
    • 46947: Hemorrhoidopexy (eg, for prolapsing internal hemorrhoids) by stapling

    Also known as:

    • Rectal Tumor Removal
    • Removal of Rectal Tumor
    • Rectal Tumor Ablation
    • Transanal Tumor Excision
    • Rectal Cancer Treatment
    • Transanal Rectal Tumor Excision
    • Partial Thickness Rectal Tumor Removal
    • Rectal Lesion Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 45190: Destruction of rectal tumor (eg, electrodesiccation, electrosurgery, laser ablation, laser resection, cryosurgery) transanal approach
    • 45171: Excision of rectal tumor, transanal approach; not including muscularis propria (ie, partial thickness)

    Also known as:

    • Anal Lesion Excision
    • Removal of Anal Warts
    • Surgical Excision of Anal Lesions
    • Anus Lesion Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 46922: Destruction of lesion(s), anus (eg, condyloma, papilloma, molluscum contagiosum, herpetic vesicle), simple; surgical excision

    Also known as:

    • Anal Fistula Surgery
    • Fistulectomy
    • Fistulotomy
    • Perianal Fistula Repair
    • Intersphincteric Fistula Repair
    • Perianal Fistula Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 46270: Surgical treatment of anal fistula (fistulectomy/fistulotomy); subcutaneous
    • 46275: Surgical treatment of anal fistula (fistulectomy/fistulotomy); intersphincteric

    Also known as:

    • High-Resolution Anoscopy with Biopsy
    • Anoscopy
    • HRA with Biopsy
    • Anal Canal Magnification Exam
    • Anorectal Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 46607: Anoscopy; with high-resolution magnification (HRA) (eg, colposcope, operating microscope) and chemical agent enhancement, with biopsy, single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Anal Sphincter Nerve Block
    • Internal Anal Sphincter Chemodenervation
    • Anal Sphincter Injection
    • Botox for Anal Fissure
    • Chemical Denervation of Anal Muscle

    CPT Codes:

    • 46505: Chemodenervation of internal anal sphincter

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhoid Removal Surgery
    • Hemorrhoidectomy
    • Piles Surgery
    • Internal and External Hemorrhoid Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 46255: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal and external, single column/group;

    Also known as:

    • Anal Fissure Removal with Muscle Release
    • Fissurectomy
    • Sphincterotomy
    • Anal Fissure Repair
    • Chronic Fissure Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 46200: Fissurectomy, including sphincterotomy, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Surgical Anorectal Exam with Anesthesia
    • Anesthesia
    • Diagnostic anorectal exam under anesthesia
    • Rectal exam with general anesthesia
    • Anorectal surgery for diagnosis

    CPT Codes:

    • 45990: Anorectal exam, surgical, requiring anesthesia (general, spinal, or epidural), diagnostic

    Also known as:

    • Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Sigmoidoscopy
    • Lower colon exam
    • Flexible colon scope
    • Rectum and lower colon check

    CPT Codes:

    • 45330: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Anoscopy (Diagnostic)
    • Anoscopy
    • Anal Canal Exam
    • Rectal Scope Exam
    • Anus Diagnostic Procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 46600: Anoscopy; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)

    Does Dr. Rezac accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rezac accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (703) 717-4180 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Rezac accept in Arlington, VA?

    Dr. Rezac in Arlington, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • HealthComp

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Rezac's office located?

    Dr. Craig Rezac's Primary Practice

    1625 N George Mason Dr Ste 334

    Arlington, VA 22205

    (703) 717-4180

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

    Dr. Rezac's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730258294.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rezac?

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

    What is Dr. Craig Rezac's specialty?

    Dr. Rezac is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) near Arlington, VA. A colon and rectal surgeon possesses the expertise to diagnose and treat a variety of ailments affecting the intestinal tract, including the colon, rectum, anal canal, and perianal area, through both medical and surgical interventions. Furthermore, this professional also engages with other organs and tissues, including the liver, urinary system, and female reproductive system, that are relevant to primary intestinal disorders. Contact Dr. Rezac to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Craig Rezac affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Rezac is affiliated with VHC Health - Virginia Hospital Center 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

    Where can I learn more about Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?

    Explore Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) with 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 Craig Rezac accepting new patients in Arlington, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Craig Rezac is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Craig Rezac offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rezac's office at (703) 717-4180 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Craig Rezac?

    Please contact Dr. Rezac's office at (703) 717-4180 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Craig Rezac have?

    Dr. Craig Rezac is certified by the American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery and American Board of Surgery.

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