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Dr. Kristina Wessels, MD

Anesthesiologist

Charlottesville, VA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wessels, Anesthesiologist in Charlottesville, VA?

    Dr. Kristina Wessels, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Charlottesville, VA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Wessels is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wessels’s office at (540) 689-1000.

    What languages does Dr. Wessels speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Wessels typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Wessels 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. Wessels. 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 Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Wessels typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Kristina Wessels may include:

    Please contact Dr. Wessels' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Wessels accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wessels accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (540) 689-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wessels accept in Charlottesville, VA?

    Dr. Wessels in Charlottesville, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allegiance Benefit Plan Management

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • The Alliance

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Wessels' office located?

    Dr. Kristina Wessels' Primary Practice

    500 Martha Jefferson Dr

    Charlottesville, VA 22911

    (540) 689-1000

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    Dr. Kristina Wessels' Practice 2

    2010 Health Campus Dr

    Rockingham, VA 22801

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

    Dr. Wessels's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487189270.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wessels?

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

    What is Dr. Kristina Wessels's specialty?

    Dr. Wessels is an Anesthesiologist near Charlottesville, VA.

    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 Dr. Kristina Wessels affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wessels is affiliated with Mercyhealth Hospital And Trauma Center - Janesville, Mercyhealth Hospital And Medical Center - Walworth, Sentara Rmh 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 an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Kristina Wessels accepting new patients in Charlottesville, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Kristina Wessels is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kristina Wessels offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wessels' office at (540) 689-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kristina Wessels?

    Please contact Dr. Wessels' office at (540) 689-1000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Wessels' office located?

    Dr. Wessels' offices are located in Charlottesville, VA and Rockingham, VA.