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Dr. James Malatack, MD

Washington, DC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Malatack, Hospitalist in Washington, DC?

    Dr. James Malatack, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC. He is board certified. Dr. Malatack completed his residency at Univ Of Pittsburgh Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Malatack is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Malatack’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Malatack’s office at (202) 444-2000.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Pittsburgh Med Ctr, Pediatrics

    • Medical School: Med Coll of Pa, Philadelphia

    Is Dr. Malatack board certified as a Hospitalist?

    Yes, Dr. James Malatack, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Malatack speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Malatack typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Malatack 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. Malatack. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia during Late Pregnancy
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Health Problems in Pregnancy
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia
    • Low iron in third trimester
    • Late pregnancy anemia
    • Blood deficiency during third trimester
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
    • O99013: Anemia complicating pregnancy, third trimester
    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Heavy Bleeding Before Menopause
    • Vaginal Bleeding
    • Perimenopausal Bleeding
    • Excessive Premenopausal Bleeding
    • Menorrhagia (Perimenopause)
    • Heavy Periods Before Menopause

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N924: Excessive bleeding in the premenopausal period

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Malatack typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. James Malatack may include:

    Please contact Dr. Malatack's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Malatack accept my insurance?

    Dr. Malatack accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 444-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

    Dr. Malatack in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • District of Columbia

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Independence Health Group

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Malatack's office located?

    Dr. James Malatack's Primary Practice

    3800 Reservoir Rd NW

    Washington, DC 20007

    (202) 444-2000

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

    Dr. Malatack's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770804866.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Malatack?

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

    What is Dr. James Malatack's specialty?

    Dr. Malatack is a Hospitalist near Washington, DC.

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.

    Is this Dr. James Malatack affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Malatack is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Medstar Southern Maryland Hospital Center, Inova Mount Vernon Hospital 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 a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospitalist. 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 James Malatack accepting new patients in Washington, DC?

    Yes, Dr. James Malatack is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Malatack offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Malatack's office at (202) 444-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Malatack?

    Please contact Dr. Malatack's office at (202) 444-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Malatack have?

    Dr. James Malatack is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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