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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kapil, Critical Care Anesthesiologist in Washington, DC?
Dr. Shikha Kapil is a Critical Care Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC. Dr. Kapil is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kapil’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kapil’s office at (202) 877-7258.
What languages does Dr. Kapil speak?
Dr. Kapil and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Critical Care Anesthesiologist like Dr. Kapil typically treat?
As a Critical Care Anesthesiologist, Dr. Kapil 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. Kapil. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Cardiogenic Shock
- Shock
- Heart-related shock
- Cardiac shock
- Circulatory collapse from heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R570: Cardiogenic shock
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Breathing Failure with Insufficient Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9691: Respiratory failure, unspecified with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Other Cardiomyopathies
- Cardiomyopathy
- Uncommon heart muscle diseases
- Rare cardiomyopathy types
ICD-10 Codes:
- I428: Other cardiomyopathies
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure with Tubule Damage
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Tubular Necrosis
- ATN
- Kidney Tubule Death
ICD-10 Codes:
- N170: Acute kidney failure with tubular necrosis
What procedures does a Critical Care Anesthesiologist like Dr. Kapil typically perform?
As a Critical Care Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Shikha Kapil may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
Please contact Dr. Kapil's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kapil accept my insurance?
Dr. Kapil accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 877-7258 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kapil accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Kapil in Washington, DC 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)
District of Columbia
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kapil's office located?
What is Dr. Kapil's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kapil's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659781672.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kapil?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kapil
What is Dr. Shikha Kapil's specialty?
Dr. Kapil is a Critical Care Anesthesiologist near Washington, DC.
What does a Critical Care Anesthesiologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Shikha Kapil affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kapil is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital 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
When to see a Critical Care Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Shikha Kapil accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Shikha Kapil is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shikha Kapil offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kapil's office at (202) 877-7258 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shikha Kapil?
Please contact Dr. Kapil's office at (202) 877-7258 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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