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Dr. Raymond Kessler, MD

Fairfax, VA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kessler, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Fairfax, VA?

    Dr. Raymond Kessler, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Fairfax, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Kessler is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kessler’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kessler’s office at (504) 702-2287.

    What languages does Dr. Kessler speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Kessler treat?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kessler 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. Kessler. 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:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    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:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Kessler perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Raymond Kessler may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kessler's office.

    Does Dr. Kessler accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kessler accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 702-2287 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kessler accept in Fairfax, VA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • State of Virginia

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Kessler's office located?

    Dr. Raymond Kessler's Primary Practice

    3600 Joseph Siewick Dr

    Fairfax, VA 22033

    (504) 702-2287

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    Dr. Raymond Kessler's Practice 2

    2000 Canal St

    New Orleans, LA 70112

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    Dr. Raymond Kessler's Practice 3

    2001 Tulane Ave Ste 2720

    New Orleans, LA 70112

    (504) 702-2287

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

    Dr. Kessler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336644251.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kessler?

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

    What is Dr. Raymond Kessler's specialty?

    Dr. Kessler is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Fairfax, VA. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Kessler to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Raymond Kessler affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kessler is affiliated with Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Inova Fairfax Medical Campus 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?

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    Is Raymond Kessler accepting new patients in Fairfax, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Raymond Kessler is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Raymond Kessler offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kessler's office at (504) 702-2287 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Raymond Kessler?

    Please contact Dr. Kessler's office at (504) 702-2287 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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