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32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cespedes, Anesthesiologist in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Rafael Cespedes, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Cespedes graduated from Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos Facultad de Medicina San Fernando and completed his residency at St Elizabeth'S Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Memorial Hosp Of Rhode Island, Internal Medicine. Dr. Cespedes is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cespedes’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cespedes’s office at (443) 643-1000.
Where did Dr. Cespedes go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Elizabeth'S Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Memorial Hosp Of Rhode Island, Internal Medicine | St Elizabeth's Medical Center Program
Medical School: University Nac Mayor De San Marcos- Prog Acad De Med Humana- Lima- Peru | Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos Facultad de Medicina San Fernando
Is Dr. Cespedes board certified in Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Rafael Cespedes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Cespedes speak?
Dr. Cespedes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Cespedes treat?
As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Cespedes 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. Cespedes. 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
- Single Live Birth
- Childbirth
- Normal Delivery
- Natural Birth
- Vaginal Delivery
- One baby born alive
- Vaginal birth of one baby
ICD-10 Codes:
- O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery
- Z370: Single live birth
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Ventral Hernia
- Umbilical Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Abdominal Wall Hernia
- Epigastric Hernia
- Spigelian Hernia
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K439: Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
- Long-term gallbladder inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K921: Melena
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
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:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
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:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Transverse C-section Scar in Pregnancy
- Prenatal Care
- Horizontal C-section Scar (Pregnancy)
- Low-lying C-section Scar
- Prior Cesarean Scar (Low Transverse)
ICD-10 Codes:
- O34211: Maternal care for low transverse scar from previous cesarean delivery
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Heavy and Frequent Periods (Regular Cycle)
- Menstruation
- Menorrhagia
- Polymenorrhea
- Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- N920: Excessive and frequent menstruation with regular cycle
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Postmenopausal Bleeding
- Menopause
- Vaginal Bleeding
- Bleeding After Menopause
- Vaginal Bleeding in Menopause
ICD-10 Codes:
- N950: Postmenopausal bleeding
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
Which procedures does Dr. Cespedes perform as a Anesthesiologist?
As a Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Rafael Cespedes may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Cespedes' office.
Does Dr. Cespedes accept my insurance?
Dr. Cespedes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (443) 643-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cespedes accept in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Cespedes in Baltimore, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Humana
Johns Hopkins
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Riverside Health
State of Maryland
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Cespedes' office located?
Dr. Rafael Cespedes' Primary Practice
9000 Franklin Square Dr
Baltimore, MD 21237
(443) 643-1000
What is Dr. Cespedes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cespedes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174583058.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cespedes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cespedes
What is Dr. Rafael Cespedes's specialty?
Dr. Cespedes is a Anesthesiologist near Baltimore, MD. 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. Cespedes to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Rafael Cespedes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cespedes is affiliated with Um Upper Chesapeake Medical Center Bel Air 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 Rafael Cespedes accepting new patients in Baltimore, MD?
Yes, Dr. Rafael Cespedes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rafael Cespedes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cespedes's office at (443) 643-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rafael Cespedes?
Please contact Dr. Cespedes's office at (443) 643-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rafael Cespedes have?
Dr. Rafael Cespedes is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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