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17 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kortum, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist in Fairfax, VA?
Dr. Laurel Kortum, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Fairfax, VA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Kortum graduated from University of Nebraska College of Medicine and completed her residency at Univ Of Ne Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Univ Of Ne Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Kortum is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kortum’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kortum’s office at (703) 922-9501.
Where did Dr. Kortum go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Ne Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Univ Of Ne Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Nebraska College of Medicine
Is Dr. Kortum board certified as a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Laurel Kortum, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Kortum speak?
Dr. Kortum and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Kortum typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Kortum 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. Kortum. 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:
- Tooth Decay
- Cavities
- Dental Caries
- Tooth Rot
ICD-10 Codes:
- K029: Dental caries, unspecified
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:
- 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:
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
- ESRD
ICD-10 Codes:
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist like Dr. Kortum typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist, Dr. Kortum 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. Kortum. 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:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
- TAP block
- Transversus abdominis plane block
- Rectus sheath block
- Abdominal pain injection
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
Also known as:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
- Sciatic Nerve Block
- Sciatica Injection
- Steroid Injection for Sciatica
- Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Kortum accept my insurance?
Dr. Kortum accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (703) 922-9501 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kortum accept in Fairfax, VA?
Dr. Kortum in Fairfax, VA 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)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kortum's office located?
Dr. Laurel Kortum's Primary Practice
3600 Joseph Siewick Dr
Fairfax, VA 22033
(703) 922-9501
What is Dr. Kortum's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kortum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295773729.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kortum?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kortum
What is Dr. Laurel Kortum's specialty?
Dr. Kortum is a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist near Fairfax, VA.
What does a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist do?
In both hospital and outpatient settings, an anesthesiologist offers patients with acute, chronic, and/or cancer pain a high standard of care by serving as their primary care physician or consultant. Moreover, the anesthesiologist collaborates with other specialists to coordinate the needs of patient care.
Is this Dr. Laurel Kortum affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kortum 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 a Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Laurel Kortum accepting new patients in Fairfax, VA?
Yes, Dr. Laurel Kortum is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Laurel Kortum offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kortum's office at (703) 922-9501 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Laurel Kortum?
Please contact Dr. Kortum's office at (703) 922-9501 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Laurel Kortum have?
Dr. Laurel Kortum is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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