MD
18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Defendini, Anesthesiologist in Olney, MD?
Dr. Maria Defendini, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Olney, MD with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Defendini is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Defendini’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Defendini’s office at (301) 598-5100.
Is Dr. Defendini board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Maria Defendini, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Defendini speak?
Dr. Defendini and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Defendini typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Defendini 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. Defendini. 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:
- Tooth Decay
- Cavities
- Dental Caries
- Tooth Rot
ICD-10 Codes:
- K029: Dental caries, unspecified
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
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:
- Uncomplicated Childbirth
- Childbirth
- Normal Delivery
- Natural Birth
- Vaginal Delivery
ICD-10 Codes:
- O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
Also known as:
- Previous C-section Scar During Pregnancy
- Low Transverse C-section Scar in Pregnancy
- Cesarean Delivery
- Prenatal Care
- Prior Cesarean Section
- Uterine Scar from C-section
- C-section History in Pregnancy
- Horizontal C-section Scar (Pregnancy)
- Low-lying C-section Scar
- Prior Cesarean Scar (Low Transverse)
ICD-10 Codes:
- O34219: Maternal care for unspecified type scar from previous cesarean delivery
- O34211: Maternal care for low transverse scar from previous cesarean delivery
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Defendini typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Defendini 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. Defendini. 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:
- 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
Does Dr. Defendini accept my insurance?
Dr. Defendini accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 598-5100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Defendini accept in Olney, MD?
Dr. Defendini in Olney, MD 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)
Humana
Jai Medical Systems
Medicare
Riverside Health
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Defendini's office located?
Dr. Maria Defendini's Primary Practice
18101 Prince Philip Dr
Olney, MD 20832
(301) 598-5100
What is Dr. Defendini's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Defendini's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609991140.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Defendini?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Defendini
What is Dr. Maria Defendini's specialty?
Dr. Defendini is a Anesthesiologist near Olney, MD.
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 this Dr. Maria Defendini affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Defendini is affiliated with Medstar St. Mary's Hospital, Medstar Harbor Hospital, Medstar Montgomery Medical Center, Medstar Franklin Square 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
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Is Maria Defendini accepting new patients in Olney, MD?
Yes, Dr. Maria Defendini is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Maria Defendini offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Defendini's office at (301) 598-5100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Maria Defendini?
Please contact Dr. Defendini's office at (301) 598-5100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Maria Defendini have?
Dr. Maria Defendini is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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