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Dr. Husna Baksh, MD

Washington, DC

35 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Baksh, Internist in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Husna Baksh, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Baksh graduated from Howard Univ College of Medicine and completed her residency at Wash Hosp Ctr. Dr. Baksh is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Baksh’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Baksh’s office at (301) 593-6072.

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

    • Residency: Wash Hosp Ctr | Washington Hospital Center Program

    • Medical School: Howard Univ College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Baksh board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Husna Baksh, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Baksh speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Baksh treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Baksh 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. Baksh. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
    • Heart Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
    • Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure

    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:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Hay Fever
    • Pollen allergy
    • Seasonal allergies
    • Allergic rhinitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J301: Allergic rhinitis due to pollen

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • General Counseling Services
    • Personal Counseling
    • Life Coaching
    • Support Services

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7189: Other specified counseling

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Artery Disease
    • PVD
    • PAD
    • Poor Circulation in Legs
    • Blocked Leg Arteries

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Idiopathic Peripheral Autonomic Neuropathy
    • Autonomic Nervous System Disorder
    • Unknown cause nerve damage
    • Peripheral dysautonomia
    • Autonomic neuropathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9009: Other idiopathic peripheral autonomic neuropathy

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Also known as:

    • Food Allergy Rhinitis
    • Food Allergy
    • Nasal food allergy
    • Food-induced rhinitis
    • Allergic reaction to food

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J305: Allergic rhinitis due to food

    Also known as:

    • Orthostatic Hypotension
    • Autonomic Nervous System Disorder
    • Orthostatic hypotension
    • Postural Hypotension
    • Dizziness on Standing
    • Drop in Blood Pressure When Standing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I951: Orthostatic hypotension

    Also known as:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Which procedures does Dr. Baksh perform as an Internist?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Husna Baksh may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Baksh's office.

    Does Dr. Baksh accept my insurance?

    Dr. Baksh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 593-6072 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Baksh accept in Washington, DC?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Chevron

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Gordon Food Service

    • Medicare

    • Riverside Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Baksh's office located?

    Dr. Husna Baksh's Primary Practice

    4910 Massachusetts Ave NW Ste 114 Ofc

    Washington, DC 20016

    (301) 593-6072

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    Dr. Husna Baksh's Practice 2

    10801 Lockwood Dr Ste 280

    Silver Spring, MD 20901

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    Dr. Husna Baksh's Practice 3

    10750 Columbia Pike Ste 401

    Silver Spring, MD 20901

    (301) 593-6072

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

    Dr. Baksh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740396092.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Baksh?

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

    What is Dr. Husna Baksh's specialty?

    Dr. Baksh is a Internist near Washington, DC.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Baksh to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Husna Baksh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Baksh is affiliated with Adventist HealthCare White Oak Medical Center, MedStar Washington Hospital Center, Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center, Beebe Healthcare, 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with 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 Husna Baksh accepting new patients in Washington, DC?

    Yes, Dr. Husna Baksh is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Husna Baksh offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Baksh's office at (301) 593-6072 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Husna Baksh?

    Please contact Dr. Baksh's office at (301) 593-6072 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Husna Baksh have?

    Dr. Husna Baksh is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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