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Who is Dr. Tejiram, Trauma Surgeon in Washington, DC?
Dr. Shawn Tejiram, MD is a Trauma Surgeon, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Tejiram is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tejiram’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tejiram’s office at (202) 877-7000.
What languages does Dr. Tejiram speak?
Dr. Tejiram and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Tejiram treat?
As a Trauma Surgeon, Dr. Tejiram 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. Tejiram. 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:
- Second-Degree Burn of the Back of the Right Hand
- Second-Degree Burn of Right Forearm
- Second-Degree Burn of the Back of the Left Hand
- Second-Degree Burn to Left Foot
- Second-Degree Burn of Right Thigh
- Second-Degree Burn of Multiple Sites of the Head, Face, and Neck
- Third-Degree Burn of Right Thigh
- Second-Degree Burn of the Left Thigh
- Second-degree burn on right foot
- Second-Degree Burn of Left Forearm
- Third-Degree Burn of the Left Thigh
- Second-Degree Chest Wall Burn
- Third-Degree Burn of Left Foot
- Second-Degree Right Hand Burn
- Third-Degree Burn of Right Foot
- Burns
- Partial Thickness Burn
- Deep Partial Thickness Burn
- Thermal Injury
- Partial thickness burn
- Thermal injury
- Skin burn
- Burn injury
- Partial-thickness burn on left foot
- Moderate left foot burn
- Left foot thermal injury
- Dermal Burn
- Blistering Burn
- Heat burn
- Scald
- Full Thickness Burn
- Deep Burn
- Severe Burn
- Fire injury
- Burn wound
- Moderate Burn
- Partial thickness chest burn
- Moderate chest burn
- Full-thickness burn of Left Foot
- 3rd degree burn of Left Foot
- Severe burn of Left Foot
- Blistering burn
- Dermal burn
- Full-thickness burn of Right Foot
- 3rd degree burn of Right Foot
- Severe burn of Right Foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- T23261A: Burn of second degree of back of right hand, initial encounter
- T22211A: Burn of second degree of right forearm, initial encounter
- T23262A: Burn of second degree of back of left hand, initial encounter
- T25222A: Burn of second degree of left foot, initial encounter
- T24211A: Burn of second degree of right thigh, initial encounter
- T2029XA: Burn of second degree of multiple sites of head, face, and neck, initial encounter
- T24311A: Burn of third degree of right thigh, initial encounter
- T24212A: Burn of second degree of left thigh, initial encounter
- T25221A: Burn of second degree of right foot, initial encounter
- T22212A: Burn of second degree of left forearm, initial encounter
- T24312A: Burn of third degree of left thigh, initial encounter
- T2121XA: Burn of second degree of chest wall, initial encounter
- T25322A: Burn of third degree of left foot, initial encounter
- T23201A: Burn of second degree of right hand, unspecified site, initial encounter
- T25321A: Burn of third degree of right foot, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Scars
- Hypertrophic Scarring
- Keloid Scars
- Scar Tissue
ICD-10 Codes:
- L910: Hypertrophic scar
Also known as:
- Skin Scarring and Fibrosis
- Skin Condition
- Scar Tissue
- Fibrotic Skin
- Excessive Scarring
ICD-10 Codes:
- L905: Scar conditions and fibrosis of skin
Also known as:
- Hidradenitis Suppurativa
- Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS)
- Acne Inversa', 'Verneuil's Disease
- HS Skin Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- L732: Hidradenitis suppurativa
Also known as:
- Smoke Inhalation Injury
- Inhalation Injuries
- Smoke poisoning
- Lung damage from smoke
- Respiratory burn from smoke
ICD-10 Codes:
- T59811A: Toxic effect of smoke, accidental (unintentional), initial encounter
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
What procedures does Dr. Tejiram perform?
As a Trauma Surgeon, Dr. Tejiram 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. Tejiram. 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:
- Large Vascular Skin Lesion Removal
- Cutaneous Vascular Lesion Destruction
- Laser Skin Lesion Removal
- Vascular Birthmark Treatment
- Skin Growth Removal (Laser)
CPT Codes:
- 17108: Destruction of cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions (eg, laser technique); over 50.0 sq cm
Also known as:
- Wound Debridement
- Skin Substitute Graft Application (Additional Area)
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Bioengineered Skin Application
- Wound Covering with Skin Substitute
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 15274: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area greater than or equal to 100 sq cm; each additional 100 sq cm wound surface area, or part thereof, or each additional 1% of body area of infants and children, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Laser Treatment for Skin Lesions
- Cutaneous Lesion Destruction
- Laser Vascular Lesion Removal
- Skin Growth Laser Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 17107: Destruction of cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions (eg, laser technique); 10.0 to 50.0 sq cm
Also known as:
- Skin Substitute Graft (Large Area)
- Split-Thickness Skin Graft (Trunk, Arms, Legs)
- Artificial skin graft
- Wound covering application
- Skin replacement for large wounds
- Autologous Skin Graft
- Partial Thickness Skin Graft
- Skin Transplant
CPT Codes:
- 15273: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area greater than or equal to 100 sq cm; first 100 sq cm wound surface area, or 1% of body area of infants and children
- 15100: Split-Thickness Autograft, Trunk, Arms, Legs; First 100 Sq Cm Or Less, Or 1% Of Body Area Of Infants And Children (Except 15050)
Also known as:
- Wound or Burn Site Preparation for Graft
- Surgery
- Surgical Wound Debridement
- Burn Eschar Excision
- Scar Contracture Release
- Recipient Site Preparation
CPT Codes:
- 15002: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, trunk, arms, legs; first 100 sq cm or 1% of body area of infants and children
Also known as:
- Surgical Preparation for Skin Graft (Additional Area)
- Surgery
- Wound Bed Preparation
- Burn Eschar Excision
- Scar Contracture Release
- Recipient Site Creation
CPT Codes:
- 15003: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, trunk, arms, legs; each additional 100 sq cm, or part thereof, or each additional 1% of body area of infants and children (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Surgical Preparation for Skin Graft (Infants/Children)
- Surgery
- Wound Debridement for Graft
- Burn Scar Release Surgery
- Recipient Site Preparation for Skin Repair
CPT Codes:
- 15004: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet and/or multiple digits; first 100 sq cm or 1% of body area of infants and children
Also known as:
- Injection for Skin Lesions (Up to 7)
- Intralesional Injection
- Lesion Injection Therapy
- Steroid Injection for Skin Bumps
CPT Codes:
- 11900: Injection, intralesional; up to and including 7 lesions
Also known as:
- Skin Substitute Graft for Face or Extremities
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Skin Replacement for Wounds
- Bioengineered Skin Application
- Wound Covering Graft
CPT Codes:
- 15277: Application of skin substitute graft to face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet, and/or multiple digits, total wound surface area greater than or equal to 100 sq cm; first 100 sq cm wound surface area, or 1% of body area of infants and children
Also known as:
- Multi-Layer Leg Compression Wrap
- Compression Bandage Application
- Leg Compression System
- Ankle and Foot Compression
CPT Codes:
- 29581: Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot
Does Dr. Tejiram accept my insurance?
Dr. Tejiram accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 877-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tejiram accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Tejiram in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
District of Columbia
Independence Blue Cross
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
MedStar Health
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Tejiram's office located?
Dr. Shawn Tejiram's Primary Practice
110 Irving St NW
Washington, DC 20010
(202) 877-7000
What is Dr. Tejiram's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tejiram's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841557964.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tejiram?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tejiram
What is Dr. Shawn Tejiram's specialty?
Dr. Tejiram is a Trauma Surgeon near Washington, DC. 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. Contact Dr. Tejiram to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Shawn Tejiram affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tejiram is affiliated with MedStar Washington Hospital Center, Inova Fairfax Medical Campus, Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center, Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center, Adventist HealthCare White Oak Medical Center, Luminis Health Anne Arundel 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 Shawn Tejiram accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Shawn Tejiram is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shawn Tejiram offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tejiram's office at (202) 877-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shawn Tejiram?
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