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Dr. Ama Tyus, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Mitchellville, MD

18 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tyus, Family Medicine Specialist in Mitchellville, MD?

    Dr. Ama Tyus, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Mitchellville, MD. She has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Tyus completed her residency at Lancaster Gen Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Tyus is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tyus’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tyus’s office.

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

    • Residency: Lancaster Gen Hosp, Family Medicine | Lancaster Gen Hospital

    • Medical School: Allegheny Univ Of Hlth Sciences- Philadelphia Pa

    Is Dr. Tyus board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Ama Tyus, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Tyus speak?

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

    • English

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

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

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Also known as:

    • High ESR Blood Test
    • Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR)
    • Elevated Sed Rate
    • Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate
    • High Inflammatory Marker

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R700: Elevated erythrocyte sedimentation rate

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Ama Tyus may include:

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

    Does Dr. Tyus accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tyus 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. Tyus accept in Mitchellville, MD?

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

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Cigna Group

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • MedStar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Tyus' office located?

    Dr. Ama Tyus' Primary Practice

    12158 Central Ave

    Mitchellville, MD 20721

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    What hospitals are Dr. Tyus affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Tyus has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Medstar Georgetown University Hospital,Washington, DC
    Howard University Hospital,Washington, DC

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

    Dr. Tyus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093862435.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tyus?

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

    What is Dr. Ama Tyus's specialty?

    Dr. Tyus is a Family Medicine Specialist near Mitchellville, MD.

    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. Ama Tyus affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tyus is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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. Ama Tyus accepting new patients in Mitchellville, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Ama Tyus is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ama Tyus offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ama Tyus?

    Please contact Dr. Tyus' office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Tyus' office located?

    Dr. Tyus' office is located in Mitchellville, MD.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ama Tyus have?

    Dr. Ama Tyus is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.