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Dr. Kathleen Louise Valenzuela, MD

Charlottesville, VA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Valenzuela, Anesthesiologist in Charlottesville, VA?

    Dr. Kathleen Louise Valenzuela, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Charlottesville, VA. Dr. Valenzuela is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Valenzuela’s office at (617) 726-3030.

    What languages does Dr. Valenzuela speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Valenzuela 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. Valenzuela. 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:

    • 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:

    • Breathing Problems After Surgery
    • Respiratory issues after operation
    • Lung problems post-procedure
    • Postoperative breathing disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9589: Other postprocedural complications and disorders of respiratory system, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Does Dr. Valenzuela accept my insurance?

    Dr. Valenzuela accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 726-3030 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • 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

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Valenzuela's office located?

    Dr. Kathleen Louise Valenzuela's Primary Practice

    1215 Lee St

    Charlottesville, VA 22908

    (617) 726-3030

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

    Dr. Valenzuela's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831759257.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Valenzuela?

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

    What is Dr. Kathleen Louise Valenzuela's specialty?

    Dr. Valenzuela is a Anesthesiologist near Charlottesville, VA.

    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 this Dr. Kathleen Louise Valenzuela affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Valenzuela 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

    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 Kathleen Louise Valenzuela accepting new patients in Charlottesville, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Kathleen Louise Valenzuela is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kathleen Louise Valenzuela offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Valenzuela's office at (617) 726-3030 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kathleen Louise Valenzuela?

    Please contact Dr. Valenzuela's office at (617) 726-3030 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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