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Dr. Maria Pena, MD

Pediatric Otolaryngologist, Otolaryngologist

Washington, DC

28 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Pena, Pediatric Otolaryngologist in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Maria Pena, MD is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC. She has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Pena graduated from Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine and completed her residency at Suny Buffalo Grad Med-Dent, Otolaryngology; St Joseph Mercy-Oakland, General Surgery; Suny Buffalo Sch Of Med, General Surgery. Dr. Pena is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pena’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pena’s office at (571) 226-8380.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Pena?

    Dr. Maria Pena, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Otolaryngologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Pena empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Pediatric Otolaryngology, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Washington, DC community, Dr. Pena is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Suny Buffalo Grad Med-Dent, Otolaryngology; St Joseph Mercy-Oakland, General Surgery; Suny Buffalo Sch Of Med, General Surgery | St Joseph Mercy-Oakland Program

    • Medical School: Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Pena board certified as a Pediatric Otolaryngologist?

    Yes, Dr. Maria Pena, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology

    What languages does Dr. Pena speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatric Otolaryngologist like Dr. Pena typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Otolaryngologist, Dr. Pena 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. Pena. 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:

    • Snoring
    • Loud breathing during sleep
    • Noisy sleep
    • Obstructive snoring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0683: Snoring

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Ear Infection in Both Ears
    • Ear Infection
    • Bilateral Chronic Middle Ear Infection
    • Bilateral Chronic Otitis Media
    • Long-term Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H65493: Other chronic nonsuppurative otitis media, bilateral
    • H66006: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, recurrent, bilateral
    • H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
    • Adenoids
    • Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
    • Swollen tonsils and adenoids
    • Big tonsils and adenoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Adenoids
    • Adenoids
    • Adenoid hypertrophy
    • Swollen adenoids
    • Big adenoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J352: Hypertrophy of adenoids

    What procedures does a Pediatric Otolaryngologist like Dr. Pena typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Otolaryngologist, Dr. Pena 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. Pena. 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:

    • Tonsil and Adenoid Removal (Children)
    • Pediatric Tonsillectomy
    • Adenoidectomy for Kids
    • T&A Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 42820: Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy; younger than age 12

    Also known as:

    • Adenoid Removal for Children
    • Pediatric Adenoidectomy
    • Adenoid Surgery for Kids
    • Removal of Adenoids

    CPT Codes:

    • 42830: Adenoidectomy, primary; younger than age 12

    Also known as:

    • Ear Tube Insertion (General Anesthesia)
    • Anesthesia
    • Tympanostomy with Tubes
    • Myringotomy with Tube Placement
    • Ventilating Tube Insertion (Ear)

    CPT Codes:

    • 69436: Tympanostomy (requiring insertion of ventilating tube), general anesthesia

    Also known as:

    • Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
    • Cerumen Impaction Removal
    • Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
    • Professional Ear Cleaning

    CPT Codes:

    • 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral

    Also known as:

    • Flexible Diagnostic Laryngoscopy
    • Voice Box Exam
    • Flexible Laryngoscope
    • Throat Scope
    • Diagnostic Throat Exam

    CPT Codes:

    • 31575: Laryngoscopy, flexible; diagnostic

    Also known as:

    • Diagnostic Nasal Endoscopy
    • Endoscopy
    • Nose Scope
    • Rhinoscope
    • Nasal Examination with Scope

    CPT Codes:

    • 31231: Nasal endoscopy, diagnostic, unilateral or bilateral (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Direct Laryngoscopy with Microscope
    • Voice Box Exam
    • Larynx Scope
    • Tracheoscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 31526: Laryngoscopy direct, with or without tracheoscopy; diagnostic, with operating microscope or telescope

    Does Dr. Pena accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pena accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (571) 226-8380 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Pena 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Riverside Health

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    Where is Dr. Pena's office located?

    Dr. Maria Pena's Primary Practice

    111 Michigan Ave NW

    Washington, DC 20010

    (571) 226-8380

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    What hospitals are Dr. Pena affiliated with?

    Dr. Pena has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Children's National Hospital,Washington, DC

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

    Dr. Pena's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770673147.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pena?

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

    What is Dr. Maria Pena's specialty?

    Dr. Pena is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist near Washington, DC.

    What does a Pediatric Otolaryngologist do?

    A pediatric otolaryngologist specializes in managing infants and children with congenital and acquired conditions of the aerodigestive tract, nose, sinuses, ears, and other head and neck areas. They have expertise in diagnosing and treating childhood disorders related to voice, speech, language, and hearing.

    Is Dr. Maria Pena affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Pena is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Children's National Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

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    Is Dr. Maria Pena accepting new patients in Washington, DC?

    Yes, Dr. Maria Pena is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Maria Pena offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pena's office at (571) 226-8380 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Maria Pena?

    Please contact Dr. Pena's office at (571) 226-8380 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Pena's office located?

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

    Which board certifications does Dr. Maria Pena have?

    Dr. Maria Pena is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.