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Dr. Charles Friel, MD

Dr. Charles Friel, MD

Charlottesville, VA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Friel, Surgeon in Charlottesville, VA?

    Dr. Charles Friel, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Charlottesville, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Friel completed his residency at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. Dr. Friel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Friel’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Friel’s office at (434) 243-9971.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Friel?

    Dr. Charles Friel, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Surgeon 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. Friel empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Anal Cancer, Colon Cancer, Crohn's Disease, Rectal Cancer, Ulcerative Colitis, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Charlottesville/VA community, Dr. Friel is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Fellowship: Nutrition Support, New England Deaconess Hospital, Boston, MA USA | Colon and Rectal Surgery, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN USA | Colon/Rectal Surgery, University of Minnesota

    • Residency: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

    Is Dr. Friel board certified in Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Charles Friel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery since 2001

    What languages does Dr. Friel speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Friel treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Friel 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. Friel. 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:

    • History of rectal or anal cancer
    • History of large intestine cancer
    • Colorectal Cancer
    • Past rectal cancer
    • Anal cancer survivor
    • Previous rectosigmoid malignancy
    • Past colon cancer
    • Colorectal cancer survivor
    • Previous large bowel malignancy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z85048: Personal history of other malignant neoplasm of rectum, rectosigmoid junction, and anus
    • Z85038: Personal history of other malignant neoplasm of large intestine

    Also known as:

    • Ileostomy Care
    • Colostomy Care
    • Ostomy
    • Ileostomy Management
    • Small Intestine Stoma Care
    • Ileostomy Follow-up
    • Stoma Care
    • Bowel Diversion Care
    • Ostomy Bag Management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z432: Encounter for attention to ileostomy
    • Z433: Encounter for attention to colostomy

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhoidal Skin Tags
    • Hemorrhoids
    • Anal skin tags
    • Perianal skin tags
    • Leftover hemorrhoid skin
    • Piles
    • Swollen Veins in Anus
    • Anal Lumps
    • Anal veins
    • Swollen rectal veins

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K644: Residual hemorrhoidal skin tags
    • K649: Unspecified hemorrhoids
    • K648: Other hemorrhoids

    Also known as:

    • Having an Ileostomy
    • Having a Colostomy
    • Ostomy
    • Ostomy Surgery of the Bowel
    • Ileal stoma
    • Bowel diversion surgery
    • Small intestine ostomy
    • Colon stoma
    • Large intestine ostomy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z932: Ileostomy status
    • Z933: Colostomy status

    Also known as:

    • Other Anal and Rectal Condition
    • Anal Disorder
    • Rectal Disorder
    • Proctitis
    • Anal Disorders
    • Rectal Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K6289: Other specified diseases of anus and rectum

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Follow-up Exam
    • Cancer
    • Post-cancer treatment checkup
    • Malignancy surveillance
    • Oncology follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Pilonidal Cyst
    • Tailbone Disorder
    • Sacrococcygeal cyst
    • Pilonidal sinus
    • Tailbone cyst

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L0591: Pilonidal cyst without abscess

    Also known as:

    • Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
    • Stomach surgery aftercare
    • Bowel surgery recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system

    Also known as:

    • Intestine Diverticulitis
    • Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
    • Inflamed Bowel Diverticula
    • Bowel Diverticular Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5792: Diverticulitis of intestine, part unspecified, without perforation or abscess without bleeding

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K602: Anal fissure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anal Fistula
    • Perianal Fistula
    • Fistula in Anus
    • Rectal Fistula

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K6030: Anal fistula, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Rectal Prolapse
    • Pelvic Floor Disorder
    • Rectal Disorder
    • Protruding Rectum
    • Bowel Prolapse
    • Rectal Eversion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K623: Rectal prolapse

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Cancer
    • Post-cancer surgery care
    • Oncology aftercare
    • Cancer recovery follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z483: Aftercare following surgery for neoplasm

    Which procedures does Dr. Friel perform as a Surgeon?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Charles Friel may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Friel's office.

    Does Dr. Friel accept my insurance?

    Dr. Friel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (434) 243-9971 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Friel accept in Charlottesville, VA?

    Dr. Friel in Charlottesville, 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)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Magellan Health Services

    • Medicare

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • State of Virginia

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Friel's office located?

    Dr. Charles Friel's Primary Practice

    1215 Lee St

    Charlottesville, VA 22908

    (434) 243-9971

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    Dr. Charles Friel's Practice 2

    500 Monroe Ln

    Charlottesville, VA 22903

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    Dr. Charles Friel's Practice 3

    1204 W Main St

    Charlottesville, VA 22903

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

    Dr. Friel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356410971.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Friel?

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

    What is Dr. Charles Friel's specialty?

    Dr. Friel is a Surgeon near Charlottesville, VA. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Friel to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Charles Friel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Friel is affiliated with UVA 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

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    Is Charles Friel accepting new patients in Charlottesville, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Charles Friel is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Charles Friel offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Friel's office at (434) 243-9971 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Charles Friel?

    Please contact Dr. Friel's office at (434) 243-9971 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Charles Friel have?

    Dr. Charles Friel is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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