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Dr. George Chacko, MD

Anesthesiologist

Phila, PA

32 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chacko, Anesthesiologist in Phila, PA?

    Dr. George Chacko, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Phila, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Chacko completed his residency at Suny Hlth Sci Ctr Brooklyn, Anesthesiology. Dr. Chacko is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chacko’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chacko’s office at (215) 248-8227.

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

    • Residency: Suny Hlth Sci Ctr Brooklyn, Anesthesiology

    • Medical School: University of Jos, Fac of Med Sci, Jos, Plateau, Nigeria

    Is Dr. Chacko board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. George Chacko, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Chacko speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Chacko 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. Chacko. 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:

    • 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:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy Lens
    • Lens Opacity
    • Eye Clouding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H269: Unspecified cataract

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Right Hip Arthritis
    • Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip

    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:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Chacko 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. Chacko. 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
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including 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

    Does Dr. Chacko accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chacko accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 248-8227 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chacko accept in Phila, PA?

    Dr. Chacko in Phila, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Fox Insurance Company

    • Humana

    • Jefferson Health

    • Medicare

    • Risant Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Chacko's office located?

    Dr. George Chacko's Primary Practice

    8835 Germantown Ave

    Phila, PA 19118

    (215) 248-8227

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    Dr. George Chacko's Practice 2

    201 Reeceville Rd

    Coatesville, PA 19320

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    Dr. George Chacko's Practice 3

    1230 American Blvd Ste 101

    West Chester, PA 19380

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    What hospitals are Dr. Chacko affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Chacko has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

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

    Dr. Chacko's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538165212.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chacko?

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

    What is Dr. George Chacko's specialty?

    Dr. Chacko is an Anesthesiologist near Phila, PA.

    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. George Chacko affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chacko is affiliated with Pottstown Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Dr. George Chacko accepting new patients in Phila, PA?

    Yes, Dr. George Chacko is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. George Chacko offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chacko's office at (215) 248-8227 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. George Chacko?

    Please contact Dr. Chacko's office at (215) 248-8227 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Chacko's office located?

    Dr. Chacko's offices are located in Phila, PA, Coatesville, PA, and West Chester, PA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. George Chacko have?

    Dr. George Chacko is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.