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Dr. Christine Trankiem, MD

Dr. Christine Trankiem, MD

Critical Care Surgeon

Washington, DC

18 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Trankiem, Critical Care Surgeon in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Christine Trankiem, MD is a Critical Care Surgeon, who primarily practices in Washington, DC. She has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Trankiem is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Trankiem’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Trankiem’s office at (202) 877-5190.

    Where did Dr. Trankiem go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: University of Southern California

    Is Dr. Trankiem board certified as a Critical Care Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Christine Trankiem, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Trankiem speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Trankiem typically treat?

    As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Trankiem 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. Trankiem. 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:

    • Other Surgical Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • General post-operative care
    • Unspecified surgical recovery
    • Surgical follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure
    • Acute and Chronic Breathing Failure
    • Unspecified Respiratory Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9620: Acute and chronic 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:

    • Anemia from Sudden Blood Loss
    • Anemia
    • Acute Blood Loss Anemia
    • Post-Hemorrhagic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D62: Acute posthemorrhagic anemia

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Appendicitis
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis

    Also known as:

    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Bowel Obstruction
    • Blocked Intestines
    • Gut Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones
    • Cholelithiasis
    • Gallbladder stones
    • Biliary calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction

    What procedures does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Trankiem typically perform?

    As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Trankiem 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. Trankiem. 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:

    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
    • Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
    • Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy

    Does Dr. Trankiem accept my insurance?

    Dr. Trankiem accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 877-5190 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Trankiem accept in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Trankiem 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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • District of Columbia

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Independence Health Group

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • MedStar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Trankiem's office located?

    Dr. Christine Trankiem's Primary Practice

    110 Irving St NW

    Washington, DC 20010

    (202) 877-5190

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

    Dr. Trankiem's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366640203.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Trankiem?

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

    What is Dr. Christine Trankiem's specialty?

    Dr. Trankiem is a Critical Care Surgeon near Washington, DC.

    What does a Critical Care Surgeon do?

    A surgeon specializing in critical care medicine is an expert in managing critically ill and postoperative patients, particularly trauma victims. They are responsible to diagnose, treat, and support patients with multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to clinical care, these specialists may oversee the administration of intensive care units and coordinate patient care between the primary physician, critical care staff, and other specialists.

    Is Dr. Christine Trankiem affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Trankiem is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Adventist Healthcare White Oak Medical Center, Medstar Montgomery Medical Center, Luminis Health Doctors Community Medical Center, Medstar Southern Maryland Hospital Center, Um Capital Region 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

    When to see a Critical Care Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Christine Trankiem accepting new patients in Washington, DC?

    Yes, Dr. Christine Trankiem is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christine Trankiem offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Trankiem's office at (202) 877-5190 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Christine Trankiem?

    Please contact Dr. Trankiem's office at (202) 877-5190 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Trankiem's office located?

    Dr. Trankiem's office is located in Washington, DC.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christine Trankiem have?

    Dr. Christine Trankiem is certified by the American Board of Surgery.