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Dr. Marc Rickford, MD

Dr. Marc Rickford, MD

Surgeon, Specialist

Oxon Hill, MD

23 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Rickford, Surgeon in Oxon Hill, MD?

    Dr. Marc Rickford, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Oxon Hill, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 23 years. Dr. Rickford graduated from Howard Univ College of Medicine and completed his residency at Howard Univ Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Rickford is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rickford’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rickford’s office.

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

    • Residency: Howard Univ Hosp, General Surgery | Howard University College of Medicine,Washington, Dc, United States | Howard University Program

    • Medical School: Howard University Medical School | Howard Univ College of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Rickford speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Rickford typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Rickford 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. Rickford. 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:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • BMI Class 3 Obesity
    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
    • E66813: Obesity, class 3
    • E669: Obesity, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Bariatric Surgery Status
    • Weight Loss Surgery
    • Weight-loss (Metabolic & Bariatric) Surgery
    • Weight Loss Surgery History
    • Gastric Bypass Status
    • Sleeve Gastrectomy Status

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9884: Bariatric surgery status

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Rickford typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Rickford 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. Rickford. 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:

    • Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy
    • Gastric Sleeve Surgery
    • Longitudinal Gastrectomy
    • Laparoscopic Weight Loss Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 43775: Laparoscopy, surgical, gastric restrictive procedure; longitudinal gastrectomy (ie, sleeve gastrectomy)

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Hernia Repair with Mesh
    • Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
    • Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
    • Ventral Hernia Repair
    • Umbilical Hernia Repair
    • Incisional Hernia Repair
    • Epigastric Hernia Surgery
    • Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
    • Laparoscopic Hernioplasty
    • Ventral hernia repair
    • Umbilical hernia surgery
    • Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
    • Incisional hernia repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 49593: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); 3 cm to 10 cm, reducible
    • 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia
    • 49591: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, reducible

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
    • Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
    • Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy

    Also known as:

    • Emergency Abdominal Hernia Repair with Mesh
    • Incarcerated Hernia Repair
    • Strangulated Hernia Surgery
    • Ventral Hernia Repair with Mesh
    • Umbilical Hernia Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 49594: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); 3 cm to 10 cm, incarcerated or strangulated

    Also known as:

    • Large Benign Skin Lesion Removal
    • Benign Skin Growth Excision
    • Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
    • Large Skin Lesion Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 11406: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter over 4.0 cm

    Does Dr. Rickford accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rickford accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Rickford accept in Oxon Hill, MD?

    Dr. Rickford in Oxon Hill, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Rickford's office located?

    Dr. Marc Rickford's Primary Practice

    251 National Harbor Blvd Fl 5

    Oxon Hill, MD 20745

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    Depaul Bldg-

    1160 Varnum St NE Ste 110

    Washington, DC 20017

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    Dr. Marc Rickford's Practice 3

    14999 Health Center Dr Ste 201

    Mitchellville, MD 20716

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

    Dr. Rickford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851318885.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rickford?

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

    What is Dr. Marc Rickford's specialty?

    Dr. Rickford is a Surgeon near Oxon Hill, MD.

    What does a Surgeon do?

    General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

    Is Dr. Marc Rickford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Rickford is affiliated with Um Capital Region Medical Center, Luminis Health Doctors Community Medical Center, Medstar Washington Hospital 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

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    Is Dr. Marc Rickford accepting new patients in Oxon Hill, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Marc Rickford is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Marc Rickford offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rickford's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Marc Rickford?

    Please contact Dr. Rickford's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Rickford's office located?

    Dr. Rickford's offices are located in Oxon Hill, MD, Washington, DC, and Mitchellville, MD.