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Dr. Desmond Ohiowele, MD
Washington, DC
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Ohiowele, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in Washington, DC?
Dr. Desmond Ohiowele, MD is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in Washington, DC. He is board certified. Dr. Ohiowele is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ohiowele’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ohiowele’s office at (202) 865-6100.
What languages does Dr. Ohiowele speak?
Dr. Ohiowele and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ohiowele treat?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Ohiowele 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. Ohiowele. 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:
- Other General Medical Examination
- Health Checkup
- General Health Checkup
- Comprehensive Medical Exam
- Miscellaneous Physical Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z008: Encounter for other general examination
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Severe 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
- Class 3 Obesity
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Joint Degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Erectile Dysfunction
- Erectile Dysfunction (ED)
- Impotence
- ED
- Erection problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- N529: Male erectile dysfunction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Loss of Bladder Control
- Urinary Incontinence
- Bladder Control Problems (Urinary Incontinence)
- Urinary incontinence
- Leaking urine
- Bladder leakage
ICD-10 Codes:
- R32: Unspecified urinary incontinence
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Long-term Aspirin Use
- Blood Thinners
- Pain Relievers
- Chronic aspirin therapy
- Daily aspirin regimen
- Taking aspirin long-term
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7982: Long term (current) use of aspirin
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Which procedures does Dr. Ohiowele perform as a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), procedures performed by a Dr. Desmond Ohiowele may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ohiowele's office.
Does Dr. Ohiowele accept my insurance?
Dr. Ohiowele accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 865-6100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ohiowele accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Ohiowele in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Ohiowele's office located?
Dr. Desmond Ohiowele's Primary Practice
2041 Georgia Ave Nw 20059
Washington, DC 20059
(202) 865-6100
What is Dr. Ohiowele's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ohiowele's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679916092.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ohiowele?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ohiowele
What is Dr. Desmond Ohiowele's specialty?
Dr. Ohiowele is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near Washington, DC. A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions. Contact Dr. Ohiowele to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Desmond Ohiowele affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ohiowele is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Desmond Ohiowele accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Desmond Ohiowele is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Desmond Ohiowele offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ohiowele's office at (202) 865-6100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Desmond Ohiowele?
Please contact Dr. Ohiowele's office at (202) 865-6100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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