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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bledsoe, Internist in Lanham, MD?
Dr. Karen Bledsoe, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Lanham, MD. She is board certified. Dr. Bledsoe graduated from University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine and completed her residency at Howard Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Bledsoe is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bledsoe’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bledsoe’s office at (301) 220-0300.
Where did Dr. Bledsoe go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Howard Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine | Howard University Program
Medical School: University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine
Is Dr. Bledsoe board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Karen Bledsoe, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bledsoe speak?
Dr. Bledsoe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Bledsoe treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Bledsoe 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. Bledsoe. 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 Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Other hyperlipidemia
- Other high lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7849: Other hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Pain in Left Knee
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25562: Pain in left knee
- M25561: Pain in right knee
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
- Dorsalgia
- Spinal Pain
- Aching Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
- M5489: Other dorsalgia
Also known as:
- Primary Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Primary Widespread Arthritis
- Idiopathic Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Generalized Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M150: Primary generalized (osteo)arthritis
Also known as:
- Understanding Test Results
- Test results explanation
- Medical findings review
- Diagnostic interpretation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z712: Person consulting for explanation of examination or test findings
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:
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Which procedures does Dr. Bledsoe perform as an Internist?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Karen Bledsoe may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Bledsoe's office.
Does Dr. Bledsoe accept my insurance?
Dr. Bledsoe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 220-0300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bledsoe accept in Lanham, MD?
Dr. Bledsoe in Lanham, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Federal Employee Program
Medicare
RiverSpring Health
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Bledsoe's office located?
Dr. Karen Bledsoe's Primary Practice
7404 Executive Pl Ste 501
Lanham, MD 20706
(301) 220-0300
What is Dr. Bledsoe's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bledsoe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477628675.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bledsoe?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bledsoe
What is Dr. Karen Bledsoe's specialty?
Dr. Bledsoe is a Internist near Lanham, MD.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Bledsoe to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Karen Bledsoe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bledsoe is affiliated with MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Karen Bledsoe accepting new patients in Lanham, MD?
Yes, Dr. Karen Bledsoe is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karen Bledsoe offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bledsoe's office at (301) 220-0300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karen Bledsoe?
Please contact Dr. Bledsoe's office at (301) 220-0300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Karen Bledsoe have?
Dr. Karen Bledsoe is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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