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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pitts, Anesthesiologist in Charlottesville, VA?
Dr. Christopher Pitts, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Charlottesville, VA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Pitts completed his residency at University Of Virginia. Dr. Pitts is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pitts’s office at (540) 879-2583.
Where did Dr. Pitts go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University Of Virginia
What languages does Dr. Pitts speak?
Dr. Pitts and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Pitts typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Pitts 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. Pitts. 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:
- 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:
- Blocked Esophagus
- Esophageal Ulcer
- Esophagus Disorder
- Esophageal Obstruction
- Food Pipe Blockage
- Swallowing Difficulty
- Ulcer in Esophagus
- Sore in Esophagus
- Esophageal Sore
ICD-10 Codes:
- K222: Esophageal obstruction
- K2210: Ulcer of esophagus without bleeding
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:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Pain in Left Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
- M25562: Pain in left knee
Also known as:
- Other Hip Sprain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Hip Ligament Sprain
- Pulled Hip Ligament
- Hip Strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S73191A: Other sprain of right hip, initial encounter
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Pitts typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Pitts 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. Pitts. 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:
- Continuous Femoral Nerve Block
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Continuous Sciatic Nerve Pain Block
- Femoral Nerve Catheter Infusion
- Thigh Nerve Block
- Continuous Pain Relief Injection
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
- Sciatic Nerve Catheter Infusion
- Sciatic Nerve Block (Continuous)
- Pain Pump for Sciatica
CPT Codes:
- 64448: Injection(S), Anesthetic Agent(S) And/Or Steroid; Femoral Nerve, Continuous Infusion By Catheter (Including Catheter Placement), Including Imaging Guidance, When Performed
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64446: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, continuous infusion by catheter (including catheter placement), including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
- Brachial Plexus Injection
- Arm Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Block
- Continuous Brachial Plexus Infusion
CPT Codes:
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
- 64416: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, continuous infusion by catheter (including catheter placement), including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Pitts accept my insurance?
Dr. Pitts accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (540) 879-2583 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pitts accept in Charlottesville, VA?
Dr. Pitts 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)
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Where is Dr. Pitts' office located?
Dr. Christopher Pitts' Primary Practice
500 Martha Jefferson Dr
Charlottesville, VA 22911
(540) 879-2583
What is Dr. Pitts's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pitts's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467412544.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pitts?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pitts
What is Dr. Christopher Pitts's specialty?
Dr. Pitts 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. Christopher Pitts affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pitts is affiliated with Sentara Rmh Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Christopher Pitts accepting new patients in Charlottesville, VA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Pitts is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Pitts offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pitts's office at (540) 879-2583 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Pitts?
Please contact Dr. Pitts's office at (540) 879-2583 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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