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Dr. Louis Asaro, MD

Washington, DC

18 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

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

    Dr. Louis Asaro, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Asaro is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Asaro’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Asaro’s office.

    Is Dr. Asaro board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Louis Asaro, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Asaro speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Asaro 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. Asaro. 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
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Louis Asaro may include:

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

    Does Dr. Asaro accept my insurance?

    Dr. Asaro accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • District of Columbia

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Independence Health Group

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • MedStar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Asaro's office located?

    Dr. Louis Asaro's Primary Practice

    110 Irving St NW

    Washington, DC 20010

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    Dr. Louis Asaro's Practice 2

    655 Watkins Mill Rd

    Gaithersburg, MD 20879

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    Dr. Louis Asaro's Practice 3

    10810 Connecticut Ave

    Kensington, MD 20895

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

    Dr. Asaro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558464727.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Asaro?

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

    What is Dr. Louis Asaro's specialty?

    Dr. Asaro 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. Louis Asaro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Asaro is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Holy Cross Hospital - Silver Spring, Adventist Healthcare White Oak Medical Center, Calverthealth Medical Center, Luminis Health Doctors Community Medical Center, Suburban Hospital 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. Louis Asaro accepting new patients in Washington, DC?

    Yes, Dr. Louis Asaro is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Louis Asaro offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Asaro's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Louis Asaro?

    Please contact Dr. Asaro's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Asaro's office located?

    Dr. Asaro's offices are located in Washington, DC, Gaithersburg, MD, and Kensington, MD.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Louis Asaro have?

    Dr. Louis Asaro is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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