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45 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Short, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist in Washington, DC?
Dr. Billie Lou Short, MD is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC. She has been practicing for over 45 years. Dr. Short is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Short’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Short’s office at (202) 476-3314.
Where did Dr. Short go to medical school and complete their residency?
What languages does Dr. Short speak?
Dr. Short and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Short typically treat?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Short 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. Short. 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:
- Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
- Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
- Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Retinopathy of Prematurity
- Premature Babies
- Retinal Disorder
- ROP
- Premature Retinopathy
- Retinal Disease in Premature Babies
ICD-10 Codes:
- H35113: Retinopathy of prematurity, stage 0, bilateral
Also known as:
- Extremely Premature Baby
- Premature Babies
- Very preterm infant
- Extremely preterm newborn
- Micro-preemie
ICD-10 Codes:
- P0724: Extreme immaturity of newborn, gestational age 25 completed weeks
What procedures does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Short typically perform?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Billie Lou Short 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
Please contact Dr. Short's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Short accept my insurance?
Dr. Short accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 476-3314 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Short accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Short in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
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Where is Dr. Short's office located?
Dr. Billie Lou Short's Primary Practice
111 Michigan Ave NW
Washington, DC 20010
(202) 476-3314
What hospitals are Dr. Short affiliated with?
Dr. Short has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Children's National Hospital,Washington, DC
Children's National Hospital,Washington, DC
What is Dr. Short's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Short's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255418612.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Short?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Short
What is Dr. Billie Lou Short's specialty?
Dr. Short is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist near Washington, DC.
What does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist do?
A pediatrician who serves as the primary care provider for sick newborn infants utilizes their clinical expertise for direct patient care and collaborates with obstetrical colleagues to develop care plans for mothers with high-risk pregnancies.
Is Dr. Billie Lou Short affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Dr. Short 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
When to see a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Neonatal-Perinatal 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. Billie Lou Short accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Billie Lou Short is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Billie Lou Short offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Short's office at (202) 476-3314 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Billie Lou Short?
Please contact Dr. Short's office at (202) 476-3314 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Short's office located?
Dr. Short's office is located in Washington, DC.
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