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Dr. Virendra Saxena, MD

Critical Care Internist

Rockville, MD

41 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Saxena, Critical Care Internist in Rockville, MD?

    Dr. Virendra Saxena, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Rockville, MD. He has been practicing for over 41 years and is board certified. Dr. Saxena graduated from Butler University in Indianapolis. Dr. Saxena is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Saxena’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Saxena’s office at (301) 517-9649.

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

    • Medical School: Butler University in Indianapolis

    Is Dr. Saxena board certified as a Critical Care Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Virendra Saxena, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Saxena speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Saxena typically treat?

    As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Saxena 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. Saxena. 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute Respiratory Failure
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden lung failure
    • Acute breathing failure
    • Rapid onset respiratory failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Hemorrhagic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia
    • Brain Bleed
    • Cerebral Hemorrhage
    • Intracranial Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
    • I609: Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sudden Cardiac Arrest
    • Heart stops beating
    • Cardiopulmonary arrest

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified

    What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Saxena typically perform?

    As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Virendra Saxena may include:

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

    Does Dr. Saxena accept my insurance?

    Dr. Saxena accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 517-9649 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Saxena accept in Rockville, MD?

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

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield Association

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • MedStar Health

    • State of Maryland

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Saxena's office located?

    Dr. Virendra Saxena's Primary Practice

    9901 Medical Center Dr

    Rockville, MD 20850

    (301) 517-9649

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

    Dr. Saxena's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952396608.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Saxena?

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

    What is Dr. Virendra Saxena's specialty?

    Dr. Saxena is a Critical Care Internist near Rockville, MD.

    What does a Critical Care Internist do?

    An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.

    Is Dr. Virendra Saxena affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Saxena is affiliated with Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center 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

    When to see a Critical Care Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Critical Care Internist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Virendra Saxena accepting new patients in Rockville, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Virendra Saxena is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Virendra Saxena offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Saxena's office at (301) 517-9649 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Virendra Saxena?

    Please contact Dr. Saxena's office at (301) 517-9649 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Saxena's office located?

    Dr. Saxena's office is located in Rockville, MD.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Virendra Saxena have?

    Dr. Virendra Saxena is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.