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Dr. Christopher Troianos, MD

Dr. Christopher Troianos, MD

Anesthesiologist

Pittsburgh, PA

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Troianos, Anesthesiologist in Pittsburgh, PA?

    Dr. Christopher Troianos, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Pittsburgh, PA. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Troianos completed his residency at Univ Pa Sch Of Med, Cardiovascular Diseases; Mercy Hosp-Pittsburgh, Anesthesiology and is currently affiliated with Department Of Anesthesiology - West Penn Hospital. Dr. Troianos is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Troianos’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Troianos’s office at (216) 444-2200.

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

    • Residency: Univ Pa Sch Of Med, Cardiovascular Diseases; Mercy Hosp-Pittsburgh, Anesthesiology

    • Medical School: University of Pittsburgh Sch of Med, Pittsburgh Pa | University of Pittsburgh / Main Campus

    Is Dr. Troianos board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Troianos, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Troianos speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Troianos 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. Troianos. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Leaky Mitral Valve
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis and Insufficiency
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
    • Mitral Regurgitation
    • Narrow and leaky aortic valve
    • Mixed aortic valve disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
    • I352: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis with insufficiency

    Also known as:

    • Ascending Aortic Aneurysm
    • Aortic Aneurysm
    • Bulging Ascending Aorta
    • Weakened Ascending Aorta
    • Ascending Aorta Dilation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I7121: Aneurysm of the ascending aorta, without rupture

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Rheumatic Disease of Multiple Heart Valves
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Rheumatic Polyvalvular Disease
    • Rheumatic Fever Affecting All Heart Valves

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I083: Combined rheumatic disorders of mitral, aortic and tricuspid valves

    Also known as:

    • Rheumatic Mitral and Tricuspid Valve Disease
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Rheumatic Heart Valve Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I081: Rheumatic disorders of both mitral and tricuspid valves

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
    • Cardiomyopathy
    • HCM (Obstructive)
    • Thickened Heart Muscle with Obstruction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I421: Obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Troianos may include:

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

    Does Dr. Troianos accept my insurance?

    Dr. Troianos accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (216) 444-2200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Troianos accept in Pittsburgh, PA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • CareSource

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medical Mutual of Ohio

    • Medicare

    • State of Ohio

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Troianos' office located?

    Department Of Anesthesiology - West Penn Hospital

    4800 Friendship Ave

    Pittsburgh, PA 15224

    (216) 444-2200

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

    Dr. Troianos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447246814.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Troianos?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Troianos's specialty?

    Dr. Troianos is a Anesthesiologist near Pittsburgh, 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 this Dr. Christopher Troianos affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Troianos is affiliated with Hillcrest Hospital, Cleveland Clinic Main Campus 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. 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 Christopher Troianos accepting new patients in Pittsburgh, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Troianos is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christopher Troianos offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Troianos's office at (216) 444-2200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Christopher Troianos?

    Please contact Dr. Troianos's office at (216) 444-2200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Troianos have?

    Dr. Christopher Troianos is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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