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Dr. John Parks, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Washington, DC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Parks, Family Medicine Specialist in Washington, DC?

    Dr. John Parks, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC. Dr. Parks is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Parks’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Parks’s office at (202) 398-8683.

    What languages does Dr. Parks speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Parks typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Parks 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. Parks. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Stuffy Nose
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Blocked nose
    • Nasal congestion
    • Congested nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0981: Nasal congestion

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection Exposure
    • Viral Infection
    • Viral Disease Contact
    • Suspected Viral Infection
    • Exposure to Viruses

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20828: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other viral communicable diseases

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Parks typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. John Parks may include:

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

    Does Dr. Parks accept my insurance?

    Dr. Parks accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 398-8683 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Arkansas

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Parks' office located?

    Unity Healthcare - Minnesota Avenue Clinic

    3924 Minnesota Ave NE

    Washington, DC 20019

    (202) 398-8683

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

    Dr. Parks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942528518.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Parks?

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

    What is Dr. John Parks's specialty?

    Dr. Parks is a Family Medicine Specialist near Washington, DC.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. John Parks affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Parks is affiliated with Delta Health System, Uams Medical Center, St. Bernards Medical 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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 Dr. John Parks accepting new patients in Washington, DC?

    Yes, Dr. John Parks is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Parks offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Parks' office at (202) 398-8683 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Parks?

    Please contact Dr. Parks' office at (202) 398-8683 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Parks' office located?

    Dr. Parks' office is located in Washington, DC.