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 here.
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 here.
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)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Independence Health Group
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
MedStar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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
What is Dr. Trankiem's NPI number?An 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 this 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
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Is 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 Christine Trankiem?
Please contact Dr. Trankiem's office at (202) 877-5190 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christine Trankiem have?
Dr. Christine Trankiem is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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