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Dr. Thelma Cunningham, MD

Dr. Thelma Cunningham, MD

Alexandria, VA

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cunningham, Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) in Alexandria, VA?

    Dr. Thelma Cunningham, MD is an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), who primarily practices in Alexandria, VA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Cunningham graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine. Dr. Cunningham is fluent in English, French, Persian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cunningham’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cunningham’s office at (703) 370-4300.

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

    • Medical School: Georgetown University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Cunningham board certified as an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)?

    Yes, Dr. Thelma Cunningham, MD is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

    What languages does Dr. Cunningham speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    • Persian

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Cunningham treat?

    As an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Cunningham 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. Cunningham. 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:

    • Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
    • Women's Health Checkup
    • Women's checkup, all clear
    • Pelvic exam, normal results
    • OB/GYN visit, no issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Prenatal Care for Normal Pregnancy
    • Third Trimester Prenatal Care
    • First Trimester Prenatal Care
    • Prenatal Care
    • Routine Pregnancy Check-ups
    • Maternity Care
    • Normal Pregnancy Supervision
    • Late pregnancy care
    • Third trimester check-ups
    • Antenatal care in late pregnancy
    • Early pregnancy care
    • First trimester check-ups
    • Antenatal care in early pregnancy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3490: Encounter for supervision of normal pregnancy, unspecified, unspecified trimester
    • Z3493: Encounter for supervision of normal pregnancy, unspecified, third trimester
    • Z3491: Encounter for supervision of normal pregnancy, unspecified, first trimester

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Male Circumcision
    • Circumcision
    • Foreskin removal
    • Routine circumcision
    • Ritual circumcision

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z412: Encounter for routine and ritual male circumcision

    Also known as:

    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Childbirth
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery

    Also known as:

    • Irregular Periods
    • Menstruation
    • Oligomenorrhea
    • Abnormal Menstrual Cycle

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N926: Irregular menstruation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Negative Pregnancy Test Result
    • Pregnancy Test
    • No pregnancy detected
    • Negative HCG test
    • Not pregnant result

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3202: Encounter for pregnancy test, result negative

    Also known as:

    • Nuchal Translucency Screening
    • NT scan
    • First trimester screening ultrasound
    • Screening for Down syndrome

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3682: Encounter for antenatal screening for nuchal translucency

    Also known as:

    • Positive Pregnancy Test
    • Pregnancy
    • Confirmed Pregnancy
    • Pregnant Result
    • Positive HCG Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3201: Encounter for pregnancy test, result positive

    Also known as:

    • Prenatal Screening for Birth Defects
    • Antenatal Malformation Screening
    • Fetal Anomaly Scan
    • Birth Defect Screening in Pregnancy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z363: Encounter for antenatal screening for malformations

    Also known as:

    • Uterine Fibroids
    • Leiomyoma
    • Fibromyoma
    • Myoma
    • Uterine growth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D259: Leiomyoma of uterus, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pelvic and Perineal Pain
    • Pelvic Pain
    • Perineum pain
    • Pelvic floor pain
    • Pain in groin area

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R102: Pelvic and perineal pain

    Also known as:

    • Acute Vaginal Inflammation
    • Vaginitis
    • Acute Vaginitis
    • Sudden Vaginal Infection
    • Vaginal Irritation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N760: Acute vaginitis

    Also known as:

    • Pregnancy Care for Older Mothers with Previous Births
    • Health Problems in Pregnancy
    • Advanced Maternal Age Multiple Pregnancies
    • Elderly Multigravida Care
    • Older Mother with Prior Births Pregnancy Monitoring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O09523: Supervision of elderly multigravida, third trimester

    Also known as:

    • Routine IUD Check-up
    • Birth Control
    • Regular IUD Check
    • Intrauterine Device Routine Exam
    • IUD Follow-up Visit

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z30431: Encounter for routine checking of intrauterine contraceptive device

    Also known as:

    • Missed Miscarriage
    • Miscarriage
    • Silent miscarriage
    • Delayed miscarriage
    • Missed abortion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O021: Missed abortion

    Also known as:

    • Gestational Diabetes
    • Diabetes and Pregnancy
    • Gestational diabetes
    • Pregnancy Diabetes
    • Diabetes developed during pregnancy
    • GDM

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O24419: Gestational diabetes mellitus in pregnancy, unspecified control

    What procedures does Dr. Cunningham perform?

    As an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Cunningham performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Cunningham. 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:

    • Comprehensive Prenatal Care (7+ Visits)
    • Prenatal Care
    • Antepartum Care
    • Pregnancy Check-ups
    • Maternity Care
    • Obstetric Visits

    CPT Codes:

    • 59426: Antepartum care only; 7 or more visits

    Also known as:

    • Prenatal Care Visits (4-6)
    • Prenatal Care
    • Antepartum visits
    • Pregnancy check-ups
    • Maternity care appointments

    CPT Codes:

    • 59425: Antepartum care only; 4-6 visits

    Also known as:

    • Colposcopy with Cervical Biopsy and Curettage
    • Colposcopy
    • Cervical Biopsy
    • Endocervical Curettage
    • Pap Smear Follow-up Procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 57454: Colposcopy of the cervix including upper/adjacent vagina; with biopsy(s) of the cervix and endocervical curettage

    Also known as:

    • Uterine Catheterization for Imaging
    • Saline Infusion Sonohysterography Prep
    • Hysterosalpingography Prep
    • Uterine Contrast Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 58340: Catheterization and introduction of saline or contrast material for saline infusion sonohysterography (SIS) or hysterosalpingography

    Also known as:

    • IUD Insertion
    • Birth Control
    • Intrauterine device placement
    • IUD placement
    • Birth control implant

    CPT Codes:

    • 58300: Insertion of intrauterine device (IUD)

    Also known as:

    • IUD Removal
    • Birth Control
    • Intrauterine device removal
    • Take out IUD
    • Remove birth control device
    • IUD explant

    CPT Codes:

    • 58301: Removal of intrauterine device (IUD)

    Also known as:

    • Cervical Cone Biopsy (LEEP)
    • LEEP Procedure
    • Loop Electrosurgical Excision Procedure
    • Cervical Conization
    • Cone Biopsy of Cervix

    CPT Codes:

    • 57522: Conization of cervix, with or without fulguration, with or without dilation and curettage, with or without repair; loop electrode excision

    Also known as:

    • Circumcision with Local Anesthesia
    • Newborn Circumcision
    • Infant Circumcision
    • Foreskin Removal (Clamp Method)

    CPT Codes:

    • 54150: Circumcision, using clamp or other device with regional dorsal penile or ring block

    Does Dr. Cunningham accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cunningham accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (703) 370-4300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cunningham accept in Alexandria, VA?

    Dr. Cunningham in Alexandria, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Cunningham's office located?

    Dr. Thelma Cunningham's Primary Practice

    4660 Kenmore Ave Ste 902

    Alexandria, VA 22304

    (703) 370-4300

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    Dr. Thelma Cunningham's Practice 2

    3803 Fairfax Dr Ste 500

    Arlington, VA 22203

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    Dr. Thelma Cunningham's Practice 3

    2616 Sherwood Hall Ln Ste 208

    Alexandria, VA 22306

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

    Dr. Cunningham's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992879522.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cunningham?

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

    What is Dr. Thelma Cunningham's specialty?

    Dr. Cunningham is a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) near Alexandria, VA. An obstetrician/gynecologist has specialized knowledge, skills, and expertise in the medical and surgical management of the female reproductive system and related disorders. This physician acts as a consultant to other healthcare providers while also serving as a primary care physician for women, addressing their unique health needs throughout various stages of life. Contact Dr. Cunningham to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Thelma Cunningham affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Cunningham is affiliated with Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center, Inova Mount Vernon Hospital, Inova Alexandria Hospital, VHC Health - Virginia Hospital Center, Inova Fairfax Medical Campus, Inova Loudoun 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

    Where can I learn more about Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)?

    Explore Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) with 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 Thelma Cunningham accepting new patients in Alexandria, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Thelma Cunningham is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Thelma Cunningham offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cunningham's office at (703) 370-4300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Thelma Cunningham?

    Please contact Dr. Cunningham's office at (703) 370-4300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Thelma Cunningham have?

    Dr. Thelma Cunningham is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

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