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38 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Koomson, Pediatrician in Washington, DC?
Dr. Bertha Koomson is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Koomson is fluent in English, Chinese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Koomson’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Koomson’s office at (202) 244-1553.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Koomson?
Dr. Bertha Koomson is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatrician known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Koomson empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Washington/DC community, Dr. Koomson is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Koomson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Ghana School of Medicine and Dentistry
Is Dr. Koomson board certified in Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Bertha Koomson is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Koomson speak?
Dr. Koomson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Koomson treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Koomson 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. Koomson. 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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Strep Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
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:
- Infectious Disease Exposure
- Bacterial Infection Exposure
- Infectious Disease
- Bacterial Infection
- Communicable Disease Contact
- Suspected Infection Exposure
- Contagious Disease Exposure
- Bacterial Disease Contact
- Suspected Bacterial Infection
- Exposure to Bacteria
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z209: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to unspecified communicable disease
- Z20818: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other bacterial communicable diseases
Also known as:
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
- Health Screening
- STD screening
- Sexual health check
- Venereal disease test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
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:
- Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6691: Otitis media, unspecified, right ear
- H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral
Also known as:
- Pink Eye
- Conjunctivitis
- Red Eye
- Eye Infection
- Sore Eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H109: Unspecified conjunctivitis
Also known as:
- Newborn Feeding Problems
- Common Infant and Newborn Problems
- Infant and Newborn Nutrition
- Infant Feeding Difficulties
- Newborn Eating Issues
- Neonatal Feeding Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- P929: Feeding problem of newborn, unspecified
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
Also known as:
- Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Asthma
- Occasional Asthma
- Mild Asthma Attacks
- Infrequent Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Wheezing
- Breathing Problems
- Whistling breath
- Wheezy breathing
- Asthmatic breathing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R062: Wheezing
Also known as:
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- ADHD
- ADD
- Hyperactivity Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Koomson perform as a Pediatrician?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Bertha Koomson may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Koomson's office.
Does Dr. Koomson accept my insurance?
Dr. Koomson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 244-1553 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Koomson accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Koomson in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
Federal Employee Program
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Koomson's office located?
Dr. Bertha Koomson's Primary Practice
4910 Massachusetts Ave NW Ste 217
Washington, DC 20016
(202) 244-1553
What is Dr. Koomson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Koomson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063445856.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Koomson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Koomson
What is Dr. Bertha Koomson's specialty?
Dr. Koomson is a Pediatrician near Washington, DC. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Koomson to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Bertha Koomson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Koomson is affiliated with Medstar Georgetown University Hospital 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 Pediatrician?
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Is Bertha Koomson accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Bertha Koomson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bertha Koomson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Koomson's office at (202) 244-1553 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bertha Koomson?
Please contact Dr. Koomson's office at (202) 244-1553 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Bertha Koomson have?
Dr. Bertha Koomson is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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