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Dr. Laura Kihlstrom, MD

Norfolk, VA

17 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kihlstrom, Anesthesiologist in Norfolk, VA?

    Dr. Laura Kihlstrom, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Norfolk, VA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Kihlstrom completed her residency at Duke Univ Med Ctr, Anesthesiology. Dr. Kihlstrom is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kihlstrom’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kihlstrom’s office at (757) 473-0055.

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

    • Residency: Duke Univ Med Ctr, Anesthesiology

    Is Dr. Kihlstrom board certified in Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Laura Kihlstrom, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Kihlstrom speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Kihlstrom treat?

    As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Kihlstrom 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. Kihlstrom. 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:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Single Live Birth
    • Childbirth
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery
    • One baby born alive
    • Vaginal birth of one baby

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery
    • Z370: Single live birth

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • Osteoarthritis of the left hip
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Hip Arthritis
    • Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
    • M1612: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left hip

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Low Transverse C-section Scar in Pregnancy
    • Prenatal Care
    • Horizontal C-section Scar (Pregnancy)
    • Low-lying C-section Scar
    • Prior Cesarean Scar (Low Transverse)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O34211: Maternal care for low transverse scar from previous cesarean delivery

    Also known as:

    • Recurrent Depression
    • Recurrent Severe Depression with Psychosis
    • Depression
    • Chronic depression
    • Repeated depressive episodes
    • Clinical depression
    • Psychotic depression
    • Severe depression with delusions
    • Depression with hallucinations

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F339: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, unspecified
    • F333: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, severe with psychotic symptoms

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Diaphragmatic Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Hiatal Hernia
    • Hernia of the Diaphragm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sterilization Procedure
    • Tubal Ligation
    • Vasectomy
    • Permanent contraception
    • Tubal ligation
    • Surgical birth control

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z302: Encounter for sterilization

    Also known as:

    • Bile Duct Stones
    • Gallstones
    • Choledocholithiasis
    • Biliary duct calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8050: Calculus of bile duct without cholangitis or cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhoids
    • Piles
    • Anal veins
    • Swollen rectal veins

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K648: Other hemorrhoids

    Does Dr. Kihlstrom accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kihlstrom accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 473-0055 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kihlstrom accept in Norfolk, VA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Magellan Health Services

    • Medicare

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Kihlstrom's office located?

    Dr. Laura Kihlstrom's Primary Practice

    600 Gresham Dr

    Norfolk, VA 23507

    (757) 473-0055

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    Dr. Laura Kihlstrom's Practice 2

    134 Business Park Dr

    Virginia Beach, VA 23462

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    Dr. Laura Kihlstrom's Practice 3

    830 Kempsville Rd

    Norfolk, VA 23502

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

    Dr. Kihlstrom's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134144637.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kihlstrom?

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

    What is Dr. Laura Kihlstrom's specialty?

    Dr. Kihlstrom is a Anesthesiologist near Norfolk, VA. 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. Kihlstrom to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Laura Kihlstrom affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kihlstrom is affiliated with Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Sentara Leigh Hospital, Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?

    Explore Anesthesiologist with 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 Laura Kihlstrom accepting new patients in Norfolk, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Laura Kihlstrom is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Laura Kihlstrom offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kihlstrom's office at (757) 473-0055 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Laura Kihlstrom?

    Please contact Dr. Kihlstrom's office at (757) 473-0055 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Laura Kihlstrom have?

    Dr. Laura Kihlstrom is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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