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Dr. Laquanda Knowlin, MD

Trauma Surgeon, Surgeon, Critical Care Surgeon

Norfolk, VA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Knowlin, Trauma Surgeon in Norfolk, VA?

    Dr. Laquanda Knowlin, MD is a Trauma Surgeon, who primarily practices in Norfolk, VA. Dr. Knowlin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Knowlin’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Knowlin’s office at (770) 597-9942.

    What languages does Dr. Knowlin speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Trauma Surgeon like Dr. Knowlin typically treat?

    As a Trauma Surgeon, Dr. Knowlin 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. Knowlin. 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:

    • Acute Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection
    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Ruptured Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection and Tissue Death
    • Appendicitis
    • Peritoneal Disorder
    • Appendicitis with Local Peritonitis
    • Localized Abdominal Infection from Appendix
    • Early Appendicitis with Infection
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack
    • Perforated Appendix with Gangrene
    • Localized Ruptured Appendix
    • Appendix Rupture with Tissue Death

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3530: Acute appendicitis with localized peritonitis, without perforation or gangrene
    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
    • K3532: Acute appendicitis with perforation, localized peritonitis, and gangrene, without abscess

    What procedures does a Trauma Surgeon like Dr. Knowlin typically perform?

    As a Trauma Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Laquanda Knowlin may include:

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

    Does Dr. Knowlin accept my insurance?

    Dr. Knowlin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (770) 597-9942 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • El Proyecto Del Barrio

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Knowlin's office located?

    Dr. Laquanda Knowlin's Primary Practice

    601 Childrens Ln

    Norfolk, VA 23507

    (770) 597-9942

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

    Dr. Knowlin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831400043.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Knowlin?

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

    What is Dr. Laquanda Knowlin's specialty?

    Dr. Knowlin is a Trauma Surgeon near Norfolk, VA.

    What does a Trauma Surgeon do?

    Trauma surgery is a recognized subspecialty within general surgery. These surgeons undergo a five-year general surgery residency and often pursue an optional one- to two-year fellowship in trauma or surgical critical care. This typically leads to board certification in surgical critical care, as there is currently no separate certification for trauma surgery. To obtain certification in surgical critical care, physicians must complete a fellowship in surgical or anesthesiology critical care, either during or after their general surgery residency.

    Is Dr. Laquanda Knowlin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Knowlin is affiliated with Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center, Marshfield Medical Center - Marshfield, Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, Huntington Hospital (pasadena, Ca), Riverside Regional Medical Center, Henry Mayo Newhall 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

    When to see a Trauma Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Laquanda Knowlin accepting new patients in Norfolk, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Laquanda Knowlin is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Laquanda Knowlin offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Knowlin's office at (770) 597-9942 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Laquanda Knowlin?

    Please contact Dr. Knowlin's office at (770) 597-9942 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Knowlin's office located?

    Dr. Knowlin's office is located in Norfolk, VA.