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25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Spriggs, Internist in Silver Spring, MD?
Dr. Towana Spriggs, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Silver Spring, MD with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Spriggs graduated from Howard Univ College of Medicine and completed her residency at Howard Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Spriggs is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Spriggs’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Spriggs’s office at (301) 565-4609.
Where did Dr. Spriggs go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Howard Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine | Howard University Program
Medical School: Howard Univ Coll of Med, Washington Dc | Howard Univ College of Medicine
Is Dr. Spriggs board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Towana Spriggs, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Spriggs speak?
Dr. Spriggs and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Spriggs typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Spriggs 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. Spriggs. 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Spriggs typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Towana Spriggs may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Spriggs' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Spriggs accept my insurance?
Dr. Spriggs accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 565-4609 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Spriggs accept in Silver Spring, MD?
Dr. Spriggs in Silver Spring, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Johns Hopkins Health System
Medicaid
Medicare
Spectrum
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Spriggs' office located?
Dr. Towana Spriggs' Primary Practice
8935 Colesville Rd
Silver Spring, MD 20910
(301) 565-4609
What is Dr. Spriggs's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Spriggs's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114007929.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Spriggs?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Spriggs
What is Dr. Towana Spriggs's specialty?
Dr. Spriggs is a Internist near Silver Spring, MD.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Towana Spriggs affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Spriggs is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. 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 Towana Spriggs accepting new patients in Silver Spring, MD?
Yes, Dr. Towana Spriggs is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Towana Spriggs offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Spriggs's office at (301) 565-4609 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Towana Spriggs?
Please contact Dr. Spriggs's office at (301) 565-4609 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Towana Spriggs have?
Dr. Towana Spriggs is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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