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Dr. Karen Katrivesis, MD

Anesthesiologist, Surgeon, Critical Care Anesthesiologist

Washington, DC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Katrivesis, Anesthesiologist in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Karen Katrivesis, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC. Dr. Katrivesis is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Katrivesis’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Katrivesis’s office at (888) 456-7002.

    What languages does Dr. Katrivesis speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Katrivesis 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. Katrivesis. 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 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:

    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Benign Meningioma
    • Benign Tumor
    • Brain Disease
    • Non-cancerous brain lining tumor
    • Brain membrane tumor
    • Cerebral meningeal tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D320: Benign neoplasm of cerebral meninges

    Also known as:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Katrivesis typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Katrivesis 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. Katrivesis. 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:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
    • Sciatic Nerve Block
    • Sciatica Injection
    • Steroid Injection for Sciatica
    • Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve

    CPT Codes:

    • 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    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. Katrivesis accept my insurance?

    Dr. Katrivesis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (888) 456-7002 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

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    Where is Dr. Katrivesis' office located?

    Department Of Anesthesia

    3800 Reservoir Rd NW

    Washington, DC 20007

    (888) 456-7002

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

    Dr. Katrivesis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699094763.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Katrivesis?

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

    What is Dr. Karen Katrivesis's specialty?

    Dr. Katrivesis is an Anesthesiologist near Washington, DC.

    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 Dr. Karen Katrivesis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Katrivesis is affiliated with St. Luke's Boise 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

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    Is Dr. Karen Katrivesis accepting new patients in Washington, DC?

    Yes, Dr. Karen Katrivesis is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Karen Katrivesis offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Katrivesis' office at (888) 456-7002 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Karen Katrivesis?

    Please contact Dr. Katrivesis' office at (888) 456-7002 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Katrivesis' office located?

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