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Dr. Jack Sava, MD

Dr. Jack Sava, MD

Critical Care Surgeon

Washington, DC

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sava, Critical Care Surgeon in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Jack Sava, MD is a Critical Care Surgeon, who primarily practices in Washington, DC. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Sava completed his residency at Santa Barbara Cottage Hosp, General Surgery; Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Sava is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sava’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sava’s office at (202) 877-5190.

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

    • Residency: Santa Barbara Cottage Hosp, General Surgery; Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, General Surgery

    Is Dr. Sava board certified as a Critical Care Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Jack Sava, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Sava speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Sava typically treat?

    As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Sava 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. Sava. 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:

    • Other Surgical Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • General post-operative care
    • Unspecified surgical recovery
    • Surgical follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Broken Ribs
    • Chest Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Multiple rib fractures
    • Rib cage injury
    • Severe rib injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S2249XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, unspecified side, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Bowel Obstruction
    • Blocked Intestines
    • Gut Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Sudden Gallbladder Attack
    • Acute Cholecystitis
    • Sudden Gallbladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K810: Acute cholecystitis

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Appendicitis
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis

    Also known as:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    What procedures does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Sava typically perform?

    As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Sava 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. Sava. 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:

    • Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
    • Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
    • Laparoscopic Hernioplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
    • Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
    • Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy

    Does Dr. Sava accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sava accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 877-5190 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sava accept in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Sava in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • District of Columbia

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Independence Health Group

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • MedStar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Sava's office located?

    Dr. Jack Sava's Primary Practice

    110 Irving St NW

    Washington, DC 20010

    (202) 877-5190

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

    Dr. Sava's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689665960.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sava?

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

    What is Dr. Jack Sava's specialty?

    Dr. Sava is a Critical Care Surgeon near Washington, DC.

    What does a Critical Care Surgeon do?

    A surgeon specializing in critical care medicine is an expert in managing critically ill and postoperative patients, particularly trauma victims. They are responsible to diagnose, treat, and support patients with multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to clinical care, these specialists may oversee the administration of intensive care units and coordinate patient care between the primary physician, critical care staff, and other specialists.

    Is Dr. Jack Sava affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sava is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Medstar Montgomery Medical Center, Luminis Health Doctors Community Medical Center, Inova Alexandria Hospital, Medstar Southern Maryland Hospital Center, Calverthealth 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

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    Is Dr. Jack Sava accepting new patients in Washington, DC?

    Yes, Dr. Jack Sava is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jack Sava offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sava's office at (202) 877-5190 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Jack Sava?

    Please contact Dr. Sava's office at (202) 877-5190 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Sava's office located?

    Dr. Sava's office is located in Washington, DC.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jack Sava have?

    Dr. Jack Sava is certified by the American Board of Surgery.