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Dr. Joseph O'brien, MD

Charlottesville, VA

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. O'brien, Anesthesiologist in Charlottesville, VA?

    Dr. Joseph O'brien, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Charlottesville, VA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 20 years. Dr. O'brien is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. O'brien’s office at (434) 982-6100.

    What languages does Dr. O'brien speak?

    Dr. O'brien and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • French

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. O'brien typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. O'brien 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. O'brien. 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:

    • 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:

    • Enlarged Adenoids
    • Adenoids
    • Adenoid hypertrophy
    • Swollen adenoids
    • Big adenoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J352: Hypertrophy of adenoids

    Also known as:

    • Phimosis
    • Penis Disorder
    • Tight foreskin
    • Foreskin constriction
    • Retracted foreskin problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N471: Phimosis

    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:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    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

    Also known as:

    • Eosinophilic Esophagitis
    • EoE
    • Allergic Esophagitis
    • Eosinophilic Inflammation of Esophagus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K200: Eosinophilic esophagitis

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. O'brien typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. O'brien 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. O'brien. 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:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (No Imaging)
    • Lower Back Epidural Injection
    • Caudal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Pain Injection (Lumbar)

    CPT Codes:

    • 62322: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); without imaging guidance

    Does Dr. O'brien accept my insurance?

    Dr. O'brien accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (434) 982-6100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. O'brien accept in Charlottesville, VA?

    Dr. O'brien in Charlottesville, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. O'brien's office located?

    Dr. Joseph O'brien's Primary Practice

    1204 W Main St

    Charlottesville, VA 22903

    (434) 982-6100

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    Dr. Joseph O'brien's Practice 2

    1250 E Marshall St

    Richmond, VA 23298

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

    Dr. O'brien's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740251081.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. O'brien?

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

    What is Dr. Joseph O'brien's specialty?

    Dr. O'brien is a Anesthesiologist near Charlottesville, VA.

    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. Joseph O'brien affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. O'brien is affiliated with Vcu Medical Center North Hospital, Bon Secours St. Mary's Hospital 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 Joseph O'brien accepting new patients in Charlottesville, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph O'brien is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph O'brien offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. O'brien's office at (434) 982-6100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joseph O'brien?

    Please contact Dr. O'brien's office at (434) 982-6100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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