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Dr. Jason Kennedy, MD

Chattanooga, TN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kennedy, Critical Care Anesthesiologist in Chattanooga, TN?

    Dr. Jason Kennedy, MD is a Critical Care Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Chattanooga, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Kennedy is fluent in English and Kannada, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kennedy’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kennedy’s office at (423) 495-7404.

    Is Dr. Kennedy board certified as a Critical Care Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Jason Kennedy, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Kennedy speak?

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

    • English

    • Kannada

    What conditions does Dr. Kennedy treat?

    As a Critical Care Anesthesiologist, Dr. Kennedy 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. Kennedy. 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 Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute Respiratory Failure with High Carbon Dioxide
    • Acute Respiratory Failure
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden lung failure with high CO2
    • Hypercapnic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypercapnia
    • Sudden lung failure
    • Acute breathing failure
    • Rapid onset respiratory failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9602: Acute respiratory failure with hypercapnia
    • J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    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:

    • Cardiogenic Shock
    • Shock
    • Heart-related shock
    • Cardiac shock
    • Circulatory collapse from heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R570: Cardiogenic shock

    Also known as:

    • Sudden Cardiac Arrest
    • Heart stops beating
    • Cardiopulmonary arrest

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • Fluid and Electrolyte Imbalance
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Electrolyte Disorder
    • Fluid Balance Problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E878: Other disorders of electrolyte and fluid balance, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    What procedures does Dr. Kennedy perform?

    As a Critical Care Anesthesiologist, Dr. Kennedy 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. Kennedy. 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:

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

    CPT Codes:

    • 31600: Tracheostomy, planned (separate procedure);

    Also known as:

    • Emergency Breathing Tube Insertion
    • Emergency intubation
    • Endotracheal tube placement
    • Airway management (emergency)

    CPT Codes:

    • 31500: Intubation, endotracheal, emergency procedure

    Also known as:

    • Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Bronchial lavage
    • BAL procedure
    • Lung washing
    • Flexible bronchoscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage

    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

    Also known as:

    • Temporary Vein Access for Dialysis
    • Vein-to-Vein Cannula Insertion
    • Dialysis Catheter Placement (Vein)
    • Vascular Access for Hemodialysis

    CPT Codes:

    • 36800: Insertion of cannula for hemodialysis, other purpose (separate procedure); vein to vein

    Does Dr. Kennedy accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kennedy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 495-7404 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kennedy accept in Chattanooga, TN?

    Dr. Kennedy in Chattanooga, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska

    • BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee

    • Centene

    • Devoted Health

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Georgia

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Kennedy's office located?

    Dr. Jason Kennedy's Primary Practice

    2525 Desales Ave

    Chattanooga, TN 37404

    (423) 495-7404

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    Dr. Jason Kennedy's Practice 2

    1211 21st Ave S

    Nashville, TN 37212

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    Dr. Jason Kennedy's Practice 3

    2333 McCallie Ave

    Chattanooga, TN 37404

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

    Dr. Kennedy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447391677.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kennedy?

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

    What is Dr. Jason Kennedy's specialty?

    Dr. Kennedy is a Critical Care Anesthesiologist near Chattanooga, TN. A critical care anesthesiologist is dedicated to the examination, management, and support of patients having multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to their clinical responsibilities, this specialist may oversee administrative chores in intensive care units, allowing the primary care physician, critical care team, and other medical specialists to collaborate effectively on patient care. Contact Dr. Kennedy to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Jason Kennedy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kennedy is affiliated with CommonSpirit - Memorial Hospital - Chattanooga, Parkridge Medical 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

    Where can I learn more about Critical Care Anesthesiologist?

    Explore Critical Care 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 Jason Kennedy accepting new patients in Chattanooga, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Jason Kennedy is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jason Kennedy offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kennedy's office at (423) 495-7404 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Jason Kennedy?

    Please contact Dr. Kennedy's office at (423) 495-7404 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jason Kennedy have?

    Dr. Jason Kennedy is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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