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Dr. Karen Vail, MD

Anesthesiologist

Baltimore, MD

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Vail, Anesthesiologist in Baltimore, MD?

    Dr. Karen Vail, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Vail graduated from Temple University School Of Medicine and completed her residency at Children'S Hosp, Anesthesiology; Univ Of Md Med Sys, Anesthesiology. Dr. Vail is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vail’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vail’s office at (410) 296-4616.

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

    • Residency: Children'S Hosp, Anesthesiology; Univ Of Md Med Sys, Anesthesiology | Bryn Mawr Hospital | University of Maryland Program

    • Medical School: Med Coll of Pa, Philadelphia | Temple University School Of Medicine | Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania

    Is Dr. Vail board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Karen Vail, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Vail speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Vail 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. Vail. 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:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • Umbilical Hernia
    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Belly Button Hernia
    • Navel Hernia
    • Umbilical Rupture
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
    • Adenoids
    • Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
    • Swollen tonsils and adenoids
    • Big tonsils and adenoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids

    Also known as:

    • Uterine Fibroids
    • Leiomyoma
    • Fibromyoma
    • Myoma
    • Uterine growth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D259: Leiomyoma of uterus, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Postmenopausal Bleeding
    • Menopause
    • Vaginal Bleeding
    • Bleeding After Menopause
    • Vaginal Bleeding in Menopause

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N950: Postmenopausal bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Missed Miscarriage
    • Miscarriage
    • Silent miscarriage
    • Delayed miscarriage
    • Missed abortion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O021: Missed abortion

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Karen Vail may include:

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

    Does Dr. Vail accept my insurance?

    Dr. Vail accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 296-4616 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Vail accept in Baltimore, MD?

    Dr. Vail in Baltimore, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Riverside Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Vail's office located?

    Dr. Karen Vail's Primary Practice

    6401 N Charles St Rm 4226

    Baltimore, MD 21212

    (410) 296-4616

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    Dr. Karen Vail's Practice 2

    804 Snow Hill Rd

    Salisbury, MD 21804

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    Dr. Karen Vail's Practice 3

    130 S Bryn Mawr Ave

    Bryn Mawr, PA 19010

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

    Dr. Vail's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427041748.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vail?

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

    What is Dr. Karen Vail's specialty?

    Dr. Vail is an Anesthesiologist near Baltimore, MD.

    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. Karen Vail affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Vail is affiliated with Bryn Mawr Hospital, Lankenau 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. Karen Vail accepting new patients in Baltimore, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Karen Vail is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Karen Vail offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Vail's office at (410) 296-4616 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Karen Vail?

    Please contact Dr. Vail's office at (410) 296-4616 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Vail's office located?

    Dr. Vail's offices are located in Baltimore, MD, Salisbury, MD, and Bryn Mawr, PA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Karen Vail have?

    Dr. Karen Vail is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.