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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Charles, Anesthesiologist in Ashland, KY?
Dr. Fritz Gerald Charles, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Ashland, KY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Charles is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Charles’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Charles’s office at (606) 408-4000.
What languages does Dr. Charles speak?
Dr. Charles and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Charles treat?
As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Charles 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. Charles. 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:
- Abnormal Blood Gas Levels
- Blood
- Blood gas imbalance
- Irregular blood gases
- Blood gas disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7981: Abnormal blood-gas level
Which procedures does Dr. Charles perform as a Anesthesiologist?
As a Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Fritz Gerald Charles may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Charles' office.
Does Dr. Charles accept my insurance?
Dr. Charles accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (606) 408-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Charles accept in Ashland, KY?
Dr. Charles in Ashland, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
American Lifecare
AmeriCorp / Seven Corners
Continental Life Insurance
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Passport Health Plan
State of West Virginia
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Where is Dr. Charles' office located?
Dr. Fritz Gerald Charles' Primary Practice
2201 Lexington Ave
Ashland, KY 41101
(606) 408-4000
What is Dr. Charles's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Charles's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972007763.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Charles?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Charles
What is Dr. Fritz Gerald Charles's specialty?
Dr. Charles is a Anesthesiologist near Ashland, KY. 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. Contact Dr. Charles to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Fritz Gerald Charles affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Charles is affiliated with Uk King's Daughters Medical 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 Anesthesiologist?
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Is Fritz Gerald Charles accepting new patients in Ashland, KY?
Yes, Dr. Fritz Gerald Charles is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Fritz Gerald Charles offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Charles's office at (606) 408-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Fritz Gerald Charles?
Please contact Dr. Charles's office at (606) 408-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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