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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. O'connell, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Washington, DC?
Dr. Francis O'connell, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC. Dr. O'connell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. O'connell’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. O'connell’s office at (202) 715-4975.
What languages does Dr. O'connell speak?
Dr. O'connell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. O'connell typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. O'connell 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. O'connell. 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:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Back Pain
- Backache
- Dorsalgia
- Spinal Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Procedure Not Performed Due to Patient Leaving
- Patient left before treatment
- Did not wait to be seen
- Treatment abandoned by patient
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5321: Procedure and treatment not carried out due to patient leaving prior to being seen by health care provider
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. O'connell typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Francis O'connell may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. O'connell's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. O'connell accept my insurance?
Dr. O'connell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 715-4975 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. O'connell accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. O'connell in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
District of Columbia
Healthfirst New York
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. O'connell's office located?
Dr. Francis O'connell's Primary Practice
2120 L St NW Ste 530
Washington, DC 20037
(202) 715-4975
What is Dr. O'connell's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. O'connell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154566941.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. O'connell?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. O'connell
What is Dr. Francis O'connell's specialty?
Dr. O'connell is a 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 this Dr. Francis O'connell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. O'connell is affiliated with George Washington University Hospital, Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Holy Cross Hospital - Silver Spring, Newyork-Presbyterian/columbia University Irving Medical Center, Calverthealth Medical Center, Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center 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
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Is Francis O'connell accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Francis O'connell is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Francis O'connell offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. O'connell's office at (202) 715-4975 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Francis O'connell?
Please contact Dr. O'connell's office at (202) 715-4975 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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