Dr. Abdullah Abou-Samra, MD

Washington, DC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Abou-Samra, Ophthalmologist in Washington, DC?

Dr. Abdullah Abou-Samra, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Abou-Samra is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abou-Samra’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abou-Samra’s office at (202) 331-1188.

What languages does Dr. Abou-Samra speak?

Dr. Abou-Samra and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

English

What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Abou-Samra typically treat?

As an Ophthalmologist, conditions treated by Dr. Abdullah Abou-Samra may include:

Please contact Dr. Abou-Samra's office directly to confirm care for your specific condition, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Abou-Samra typically perform?

As an Ophthalmologist, procedures performed by Dr. Abdullah Abou-Samra may include:

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

Does Dr. Abou-Samra accept my insurance?

Dr. Abou-Samra accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 331-1188 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Abou-Samra accept in Washington, DC?

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

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CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
District of Columbia
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Guardian Life Insurance Company of America
Independence Health Group
Medicare
MedStar Health
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Abou-Samra's office located?

Dr. Abdullah Abou-Samra's Primary Practice

660 Pennsylvania Ave SE Ste 200

Washington, DC 20003

(202) 331-1188

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Dr. Abdullah Abou-Samra's Practice 2

104 Plumtree Rd Ste 100

Bel Air, MD 21015

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Dr. Abdullah Abou-Samra's Practice 3

1500 Dixon St Ste 200

Fredericksburg, VA 22401

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What hospitals are Dr. Abou-Samra affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Abou-Samra has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Medstar Washington Hospital Center,Washington, DC

Ranked in 2 Specialties

Ranked in 8 Procedures

Inova Fair Oaks Hospital,Fairfax, VA

Ranked in 2 Specialties

Ranked in 2 Procedures

Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center,Annapolis, MD

Ranked in 2 Specialties

Ranked in 3 Procedures

Adventist Healthcare White Oak Medical Center,Silver Spring, MD

Ranked Cancer Surgery

Ranked Mastectomy

Inova Fairfax Hospital,Falls Church, VA

Ranked in 2 Specialties

Ranked in 6 Procedures

Medstar Montgomery Medical Center,Olney, MD

Ranked Weight Loss Surgery

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

Dr. Abou-Samra's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134757479.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abou-Samra?

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

What is Dr. Abdullah Abou-Samra's specialty?

Dr. Abou-Samra is an Ophthalmologist near Washington, DC.

What does an Ophthalmologist do?

An ophthalmologist possesses the knowledge and professional skills required to deliver comprehensive eye and vision care. These medical doctors are trained to diagnose, monitor, and treat all ocular and visual disorders, whether through medical or surgical interventions. Their expertise encompasses a wide range of issues affecting the eye and its structures, including the eyelids, orbit, and visual pathways. Additionally, ophthalmologists prescribe vision services, such as glasses and contact lenses, to help patients achieve optimal visual health.

Is Dr. Abdullah Abou-Samra affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Abou-Samra is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center, Adventist Healthcare White Oak Medical Center, Inova Fairfax Hospital, Medstar Montgomery 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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