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Dr. Gerald Cherayil, MD

Falls Church, VA

23 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cherayil, Anesthesiologist in Falls Church, VA?

    Dr. Gerald Cherayil, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Falls Church, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Cherayil graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin and completed his residency at Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Anesthesiology; St Elizabeth'S Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Cherayil is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cherayil’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cherayil’s office at (703) 352-9395.

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

    • Residency: Brigham & Women'S Hosp, Anesthesiology; St Elizabeth'S Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Harvard Med School

    • Medical School: Med Coll of Wi, Milwaukee Wi | Medical College of Wisconsin | Medical College of Wisconsin

    Is Dr. Cherayil board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Gerald Cherayil, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Cherayil speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Cherayil 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. Cherayil. 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:

    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Childbirth
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Previous C-section Scar During Pregnancy
    • Low Transverse C-section Scar in Pregnancy
    • Cesarean Delivery
    • Prenatal Care
    • Prior Cesarean Section
    • Uterine Scar from C-section
    • C-section History in Pregnancy
    • Horizontal C-section Scar (Pregnancy)
    • Low-lying C-section Scar
    • Prior Cesarean Scar (Low Transverse)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O34219: Maternal care for unspecified type scar from previous cesarean delivery
    • O34211: Maternal care for low transverse scar from previous cesarean delivery

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories

    Also known as:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

    Does Dr. Cherayil accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cherayil accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (703) 352-9395 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cherayil accept in Falls Church, VA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Cherayil's office located?

    American Anesthesiology Of Virgina Pc

    3300 Gallows Rd

    Falls Church, VA 22042

    (703) 352-9395

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    100 The Inova Woodburn Surgery Center

    3289 Woodburn Rd Ste 100

    Annandale, VA 22003

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    Dr. Gerald Cherayil's Practice 3

    2921 Telestar Ct

    Falls Church, VA 22042

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

    Dr. Cherayil's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316985732.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cherayil?

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

    What is Dr. Gerald Cherayil's specialty?

    Dr. Cherayil is a Anesthesiologist near Falls Church, 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 this Dr. Gerald Cherayil affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Cherayil is affiliated with Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital 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 Gerald Cherayil accepting new patients in Falls Church, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Gerald Cherayil is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gerald Cherayil offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cherayil's office at (703) 352-9395 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Gerald Cherayil?

    Please contact Dr. Cherayil's office at (703) 352-9395 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Gerald Cherayil have?

    Dr. Gerald Cherayil is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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