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Who is Dr. Metaxas, Anesthesiologist in Lynchburg, VA?
Dr. Dennis Metaxas, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Lynchburg, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Metaxas completed his residency at Univ Tx Med Sch At Houston, Anesthesiology. Dr. Metaxas is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Metaxas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Metaxas’s office.
Where did Dr. Metaxas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Tx Med Sch At Houston, Anesthesiology
Medical School: U of Tx Med Sch At Houston, Houston Tx
Is Dr. Metaxas board certified in Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Dennis Metaxas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Metaxas speak?
Dr. Metaxas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Metaxas treat?
As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Metaxas 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. Metaxas. 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.
Also known as:
- Uncomplicated Childbirth
- Childbirth
- Normal Delivery
- Natural Birth
- Vaginal Delivery
ICD-10 Codes:
- O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery
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 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Previous C-section Scar During Pregnancy
- Cesarean Delivery
- Prior Cesarean Section
- Uterine Scar from C-section
- C-section History in Pregnancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- O34219: Maternal care for unspecified type scar from previous cesarean delivery
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Sterilization Procedure
- Tubal Ligation
- Vasectomy
- Permanent contraception
- Tubal ligation
- Surgical birth control
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z302: Encounter for sterilization
What procedures does Dr. Metaxas perform?
As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Metaxas 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. Metaxas. 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.
Also known as:
- Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- TAP block
- Transversus abdominis plane block
- Rectus sheath block
- Abdominal pain injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
- 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. Metaxas accept my insurance?
Dr. Metaxas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Metaxas accept in Lynchburg, VA?
Dr. Metaxas in Lynchburg, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
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Where is Dr. Metaxas' office located?
What is Dr. Metaxas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Metaxas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780672683.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Metaxas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Metaxas
What is Dr. Dennis Metaxas's specialty?
Dr. Metaxas is a Anesthesiologist near Lynchburg, VA. 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. Contact Dr. Metaxas to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Dennis Metaxas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Metaxas is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Centra Lynchburg General Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?
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Is Dennis Metaxas accepting new patients in Lynchburg, VA?
Yes, Dr. Dennis Metaxas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dennis Metaxas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Metaxas's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dennis Metaxas?
Please contact Dr. Metaxas's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Dennis Metaxas have?
Dr. Dennis Metaxas is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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