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Dr. Kathleen Anderson, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist, Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist, Addiction Medicine Specialist

Virginia Beach, VA

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Anderson, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Virginia Beach, VA?

    Dr. Kathleen Anderson, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Virginia Beach, VA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Anderson graduated from Eastern Virginia Medical School and completed her residency at Eastern Va Med Sch, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Anderson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Anderson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Anderson’s office.

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

    • Residency: Eastern Va Med Sch, Emergency Medicine | Eastern Virginia Medical School Program

    • Medical School: Eastern Virginia Medical School

    Is Dr. Anderson board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Kathleen Anderson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Anderson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Anderson typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Anderson 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. Anderson. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Anderson typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kathleen Anderson may include:

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

    Does Dr. Anderson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Anderson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Anderson accept in Virginia Beach, VA?

    Dr. Anderson in Virginia Beach, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • State of Virginia

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Anderson's office located?

    Dr. Kathleen Anderson's Primary Practice

    1729 Wildwood Dr Ste 103

    Virginia Beach, VA 23454

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    Dr. Kathleen Anderson's Practice 2

    1060 First Colonial Rd

    Virginia Bch, VA 23454

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    Dr. Kathleen Anderson's Practice 3

    830 Kempsville Rd

    Norfolk, VA 23502

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

    Dr. Anderson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487622502.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Anderson?

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

    What is Dr. Kathleen Anderson's specialty?

    Dr. Anderson is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Virginia Beach, VA.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Kathleen Anderson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Anderson is affiliated with Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, Sentara Obici Hospital, Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Sentara Leigh Hospital, Sentara Princess Anne Hospital, Chesapeake Regional 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Kathleen Anderson accepting new patients in Virginia Beach, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Kathleen Anderson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kathleen Anderson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Anderson's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kathleen Anderson?

    Please contact Dr. Anderson's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Anderson's office located?

    Dr. Anderson's offices are located in Virginia Beach, VA, Virginia Bch, VA, and Norfolk, VA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kathleen Anderson have?

    Dr. Kathleen Anderson is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.