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Dr. Daniel Shpigel, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Washington, DC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shpigel, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Daniel Shpigel, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Shpigel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shpigel’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shpigel’s office at (202) 574-7039.

    What languages does Dr. Shpigel speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shpigel typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Shpigel 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. Shpigel. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Suicidal Thoughts
    • Suicide
    • Suicidal ideation
    • Thoughts of ending life
    • Self-harm thoughts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R45851: Suicidal ideations

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shpigel typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Daniel Shpigel may include:

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

    Does Dr. Shpigel accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shpigel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 574-7039 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • All Other Territories

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • District of Columbia

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Shpigel's office located?

    Dr. Daniel Shpigel's Primary Practice

    1310 Southern Ave SE

    Washington, DC 20032

    (202) 574-7039

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    Dr. Daniel Shpigel's Practice 2

    2120 L St NW Ste 450

    Washington, DC 20037

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

    Dr. Shpigel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326677584.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shpigel?

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

    What is Dr. Daniel Shpigel's specialty?

    Dr. Shpigel is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Washington, DC.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Daniel Shpigel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shpigel is affiliated with George Washington University Hospital, Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Vhc Health - Virginia Hospital Center, Holy Cross Hospital - Silver Spring, Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center, Medstar Southern Maryland Hospital 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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. Daniel Shpigel accepting new patients in Washington, DC?

    Yes, Dr. Daniel Shpigel is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Daniel Shpigel offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shpigel's office at (202) 574-7039 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Daniel Shpigel?

    Please contact Dr. Shpigel's office at (202) 574-7039 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Shpigel's office located?

    Dr. Shpigel's office is located in Washington, DC.