Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fairchild, Pediatrician in Charlottesville, VA?
Castle Connolly Top Doctor
Castle Connolly Top Doctors are doctor-nominated and selected by a physician-led research team.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Fairchild?
Dr. Karen Fairchild, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatrician known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Fairchild empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Neonatal Critical Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Charlottesville, VA community, Dr. Fairchild is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Fairchild go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Neonatology, Univ of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA USA
Residency: Johns Hopkins | Johns Hopkins University Affiliated Hospitals
Is Dr. Fairchild board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Karen Fairchild, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology since 1997
What languages does Dr. Fairchild speak?
Dr. Fairchild and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- French
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Fairchild typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Fairchild 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. Fairchild. 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:
- Other Eating and Drinking Problems
- Unusual food cravings
- Difficulty swallowing
- Changes in appetite
ICD-10 Codes:
- R638: Other symptoms and signs concerning food and fluid intake
Also known as:
- Male Circumcision
- Circumcision
- Foreskin removal
- Routine circumcision
- Ritual circumcision
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z412: Encounter for routine and ritual male circumcision
Also known as:
- Newborn Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Lung Disease
- Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
- Infant Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Hyaline Membrane Disease
- Neonatal Respiratory Distress
ICD-10 Codes:
- P220: Respiratory distress syndrome of newborn
Also known as:
- Newborn Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Lung Disease
- Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
- Infant breathing difficulty
- Neonatal respiratory distress
- Baby lung distress
ICD-10 Codes:
- P229: Respiratory distress of newborn, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Newborn Lung Disease
- Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia (BPD)
- Lung Disease
- Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
- Bronchial Disorder
- Perinatal Chronic Respiratory Disease
- Long-term Lung Problems in Babies
- Persistent Newborn Breathing Issues
- Chronic Lung Disease of Infancy
- BPD in Newborns
- Baby Lung Development Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- P279: Unspecified chronic respiratory disease originating in the perinatal period
- P271: Bronchopulmonary dysplasia originating in the perinatal period
Also known as:
- Premature Baby
- Premature Babies
- Preterm infant
- Early baby
- Preemie
ICD-10 Codes:
- P0734: Preterm newborn, gestational age 31 completed weeks
- P0737: Preterm newborn, gestational age 34 completed weeks
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Fairchild typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Fairchild 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. Fairchild. 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:
- Circumcision with Local Anesthesia
- Newborn Circumcision
- Infant Circumcision
- Foreskin Removal (Clamp Method)
CPT Codes:
- 54150: Circumcision, using clamp or other device with regional dorsal penile or ring block
Does Dr. Fairchild accept my insurance?
Dr. Fairchild accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fairchild accept in Charlottesville, VA?
Dr. Fairchild in Charlottesville, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Virginia
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Fairchild's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Fairchild affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Fairchild has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Fairchild's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fairchild's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992874515.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fairchild?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fairchild