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43 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sewchand, Specialist in Centreville, MD?
Dr. Joel Sewchand, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Centreville, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 43 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Sewchand completed his residency at Walter Reed Army Med Ctr, Gastroenterology; Howard Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Sewchand is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sewchand’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sewchand’s office.
Where did Dr. Sewchand go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Walter Reed Army Med Ctr, Gastroenterology; Howard Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Howard Univ Coll of Med, Washington Dc | HOWARD UNIV COLL OF MEDICINE
Is Dr. Sewchand board certified in Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Joel Sewchand, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sewchand speak?
Dr. Sewchand and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Sewchand treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Sewchand 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. Sewchand. 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:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Rectal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
- Anal Bleeding
- Blood in Stool
- Lower GI Bleed
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
- K921: Melena
- K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Sewchand perform?
As a Specialist, Dr. Sewchand performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Sewchand. 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:
- Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
- Upper GI Endoscopy
- Stomach Scope with Sample
CPT Codes:
- 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Sewchand accept my insurance?
Dr. Sewchand accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sewchand accept in Centreville, MD?
Dr. Sewchand in Centreville, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Johns Hopkins
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Maryland
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sewchand's office located?
Dr. Joel Sewchand's Practice 2
11340 Pembrooke Sq Ste 203
Waldorf, MD 20603
(301) 843-7737
What is Dr. Sewchand's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sewchand's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528065653.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sewchand?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sewchand
What is Dr. Joel Sewchand's specialty?
Dr. Sewchand is a Specialist near Centreville, MD. Contact Dr. Sewchand to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Joel Sewchand affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sewchand is affiliated with UM Charles Regional Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Specialist?
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Is Joel Sewchand accepting new patients in Centreville, MD?
Yes, Dr. Joel Sewchand is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joel Sewchand offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sewchand's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joel Sewchand?
Please contact Dr. Sewchand's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joel Sewchand have?
Dr. Joel Sewchand is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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