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Dr. Eric Ponte, MD

Silver Spring, MD

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ponte, Anesthesiologist in Silver Spring, MD?

    Dr. Eric Ponte, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Silver Spring, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Ponte is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ponte’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ponte’s office at (412) 647-2994.

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

    • Medical School: UNIVERSITY OF NE COLL OF MEDICINE

    What languages does Dr. Ponte speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Ponte treat?

    As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Ponte 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. Ponte. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Single Live Birth
    • Childbirth
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery
    • One baby born alive
    • Vaginal birth of one baby

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery
    • Z370: Single live birth

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the left knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Ureter Stone
    • Ureteral Disorder
    • Ureteral Calculus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N201: Calculus of ureter

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease

    Also known as:

    • Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Left Wrist Nerve Compression
    • Left Hand Numbness
    • Left CTS

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Does Dr. Ponte accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ponte accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (412) 647-2994 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ponte accept in Silver Spring, MD?

    Dr. Ponte in Silver Spring, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Riverside Health

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    Where is Dr. Ponte's office located?

    Dr. Eric Ponte's Primary Practice

    1500 Forest Glen Rd

    Silver Spring, MD 20910

    (412) 647-2994

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    Dr. Eric Ponte's Practice 2

    400 W 7th St

    Frederick, MD 21701

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    Dr. Eric Ponte's Practice 3

    7601 Osler Dr

    Towson, MD 21204

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

    Dr. Ponte's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871889691.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ponte?

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

    What is Dr. Eric Ponte's specialty?

    Dr. Ponte is a Anesthesiologist near Silver Spring, MD. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Ponte to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Eric Ponte affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ponte is affiliated with University Of Maryland St. Joseph Medical 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

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    Is Eric Ponte accepting new patients in Silver Spring, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Eric Ponte is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Eric Ponte offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ponte's office at (412) 647-2994 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Eric Ponte?

    Please contact Dr. Ponte's office at (412) 647-2994 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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