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Dr. Sunil Saxena

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Fairfax, VA

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Saxena, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Fairfax, VA?

    Dr. Sunil Saxena is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Fairfax, VA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Saxena graduated from Northeast Ohio Medical University and completed his residency at Akron Gen Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Wm Beaumont Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery; Wm Beaumont Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Saxena is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Saxena’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Saxena’s office at (301) 279-6550.

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

    • Residency: Akron Gen Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Wm Beaumont Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery; Wm Beaumont Hosp, General Surgery

    • Medical School: Northeast Ohio Medical University

    Is Dr. Saxena board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Sunil Saxena is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Saxena speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Saxena typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Saxena 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. Saxena. 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:

    • Opioid Dependence
    • Opioid Withdrawal
    • Opioid Intoxication
    • Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
    • Prescription Drug Misuse
    • Opioid addiction
    • Drug Use and Addiction
    • Opioid use disorder
    • OUD
    • Opioid detox
    • Opioid withdrawal syndrome
    • Coming off opioids
    • Opioid overdose
    • Opioid poisoning
    • Acute opioid effects

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
    • F1123: Opioid dependence with withdrawal
    • F11120: Opioid abuse with intoxication, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Cigarette Addiction
    • Smoking
    • Smoking Addiction
    • Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
    • Tobacco Addiction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Chronic pain syndrome
    • Chronic Pain
    • Persistent pain syndrome
    • Long-term pain condition
    • Chronic widespread pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G894: Chronic pain syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Bronchitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Chest cold
    • Inflammation of bronchial tubes
    • Acute bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J40: Bronchitis, not specified as acute or chronic

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Saxena typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Sunil Saxena may include:

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

    Does Dr. Saxena accept my insurance?

    Dr. Saxena accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 279-6550 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Saxena accept in Fairfax, VA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • CareSource

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • HealthRight Group

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Humana

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Promedica Health Systems

    • Sentara Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Saxena's office located?

    Dr. Sunil Saxena's Primary Practice

    11166 Fairfax Blvd Ste 500

    Fairfax, VA 22030

    (301) 279-6550

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    Dr. Sunil Saxena's Practice 2

    9901 Medical Center Dr

    Rockville, MD 20850

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

    Dr. Saxena's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255364766.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Saxena?

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

    What is Dr. Sunil Saxena's specialty?

    Dr. Saxena is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Fairfax, VA.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Sunil Saxena affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Saxena is affiliated with Marietta Memorial Hospital, Twin County Regional Healthcare, Uva Health Culpeper Medical Center, Mount St. Mary’s Hospital, Memorial Hospital Gulfport, Shore Medical Center 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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. Sunil Saxena accepting new patients in Fairfax, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Sunil Saxena is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sunil Saxena offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Saxena's office at (301) 279-6550 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sunil Saxena?

    Please contact Dr. Saxena's office at (301) 279-6550 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Saxena's office located?

    Dr. Saxena's offices are located in Fairfax, VA and Rockville, MD.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Sunil Saxena have?

    Dr. Sunil Saxena is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.