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Dr. Alexander Evans, MD

Critical Care Surgeon

Washington, DC

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Evans, Critical Care Surgeon in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Alexander Evans, MD is a Critical Care Surgeon, who primarily practices in Washington, DC. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Evans graduated from University of Florida College of Medicine. Dr. Evans is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Evans’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Evans’s office at (407) 303-7305.

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

    • Medical School: University of Florida College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Evans board certified as a Critical Care Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Alexander Evans, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Evans speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Evans typically treat?

    As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Evans 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. Evans. 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:

    • Traumatic Brain Injury with Unspecified Loss of Consciousness
    • Traumatic Brain Injury
    • Head Injury with Undetermined Fainting
    • Brain Trauma with Unclear LOC
    • Unspecified Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S069X9A: Unspecified intracranial injury with loss of consciousness of unspecified duration, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Bowel Obstruction
    • Blocked Intestines
    • Gut Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Respiratory Failure
    • Lung failure
    • Breathing failure
    • Respiratory insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones
    • Cholelithiasis
    • Gallbladder stones
    • Biliary calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

    Also known as:

    • Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Sudden Gallbladder Attack
    • Acute Cholecystitis
    • Sudden Gallbladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K810: Acute cholecystitis

    What procedures does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Evans typically perform?

    As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Evans performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Evans. 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:

    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
    • Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
    • Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy

    Also known as:

    • Reopening of Recent Abdominal Surgery
    • Laparotomy Reopening
    • Abdominal Incision Re-exploration
    • Post-Surgical Abdominal Re-entry

    CPT Codes:

    • 49002: Reopening of recent laparotomy

    Also known as:

    • Feeding Tube Placement with Endoscopy
    • PEG Tube Placement
    • Gastrostomy Tube Insertion
    • EGD with Feeding Tube
    • Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43246: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with directed placement of percutaneous gastrostomy tube

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
    • Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
    • Laparoscopic Hernioplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia

    Also known as:

    • Suture or Staple Removal with Anesthesia
    • Anesthesia
    • Surgical Stitch Removal
    • Anesthetized Staple Removal
    • Wound Closure Device Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 15851: Removal of sutures or staples requiring anesthesia (ie, general anesthesia, moderate sedation)

    Also known as:

    • Re-closure of Surgical Wound
    • Secondary Wound Closure
    • Repair of Wound Dehiscence
    • Complicated Surgical Wound Repair
    • Extensive Wound Re-stitching

    CPT Codes:

    • 13160: Secondary closure of surgical wound or dehiscence, extensive or complicated

    Also known as:

    • Planned Tracheostomy
    • Tracheotomy
    • Surgical Airway Creation
    • Breathing Tube Placement (Surgical)
    • Neck Airway Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 31600: Tracheostomy, planned (separate procedure);

    Also known as:

    • Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
    • Central Line Placement
    • CVC Insertion
    • Temporary Central Line
    • IV Access Catheter

    CPT Codes:

    • 36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older

    Does Dr. Evans accept my insurance?

    Dr. Evans accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (407) 303-7305 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Evans accept in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Evans in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • District of Columbia

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • MedStar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Evans' office located?

    Dr. Alexander Evans' Primary Practice

    2041 Georgia Ave NW

    Washington, DC 20060

    (407) 303-7305

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    What hospitals are Dr. Evans affiliated with?

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    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Evans has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Howard University Hospital,Washington, DC
    Adventist Healthcare Fort Washington Medical Center,Fort Washington, MD
    Medstar Georgetown University Hospital,Washington, DC

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

    Dr. Evans's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407939754.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Evans?

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

    What is Dr. Alexander Evans's specialty?

    Dr. Evans is a Critical Care Surgeon near Washington, DC.

    What does a Critical Care Surgeon do?

    A surgeon specializing in critical care medicine is an expert in managing critically ill and postoperative patients, particularly trauma victims. They are responsible to diagnose, treat, and support patients with multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to clinical care, these specialists may oversee the administration of intensive care units and coordinate patient care between the primary physician, critical care staff, and other specialists.

    Is Dr. Alexander Evans affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Evans is affiliated with Northside Hospital Gwinnett, Medstar Washington Hospital 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

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    Is Dr. Alexander Evans accepting new patients in Washington, DC?

    Yes, Dr. Alexander Evans is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alexander Evans offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Evans' office at (407) 303-7305 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alexander Evans?

    Please contact Dr. Evans' office at (407) 303-7305 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Evans' office located?

    Dr. Evans' office is located in Washington, DC.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Alexander Evans have?

    Dr. Alexander Evans is certified by the American Board of Surgery.