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Dr. Kathleen Anderson, MD

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist

Largo, MD

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Anderson, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Largo, MD?

    Dr. Kathleen Anderson, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Largo, MD with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Anderson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Anderson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Anderson’s office at (800) 777-7904.

    Is Dr. Anderson board certified as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Kathleen Anderson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal 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 a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Anderson typically treat?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, 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:

    • Chronic pain syndrome
    • Chronic Pain
    • Persistent pain syndrome
    • Long-term pain condition
    • Chronic widespread pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G894: Chronic pain syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
    • Special Medical Visits
    • Unusual Doctor Appointments
    • Healthcare for Unique Situations

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances

    Also known as:

    • Pain
    • Body ache
    • Discomfort
    • Soreness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R52: Pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Colorectal Cancer
    • Colon cancer
    • Rectal cancer
    • Bowel cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of colon

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C188: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of colon

    What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Anderson typically perform?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, 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 call our office at (800) 777-7904 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Anderson accept in Largo, MD?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Anderson's office located?

    Dr. Kathleen Anderson's Primary Practice

    1221 Mercantile Ln

    Largo, MD 20774

    (800) 777-7904

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    Phc 6 - Dept Of Internal Medicine

    3800 Reservoir Rd NW # 6

    Washington, DC 20007

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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 1780847574.

    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 a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Largo, MD.

    What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?

    An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.

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

    Yes, Dr. Anderson is affiliated with Holy Cross Hospital - Silver Spring 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

    When to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Kathleen Anderson accepting new patients in Largo, MD?

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

    Does Dr. Kathleen Anderson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Anderson's office at (800) 777-7904 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 at (800) 777-7904 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Anderson's office located?

    Dr. Anderson's offices are located in Largo, MD and Washington, DC.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kathleen Anderson have?

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