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Dr. Stephen Abbott, MD

Washington, DC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Abbott, Infectious Disease Specialist in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Stephen Abbott, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Abbott graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond. Dr. Abbott is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abbott’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abbott’s office at (202) 797-3590.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Abbott?

    Dr. Stephen Abbott, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Infectious Disease Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Abbott empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Anal Cancer, HIV, LGBTQ+ Health, Underserved Community Health, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Washington/DC community, Dr. Abbott is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Medical School: Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond

    Is Dr. Abbott board certified in Infectious Disease Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Stephen Abbott, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Abbott speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Abbott treat?

    As a Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Abbott 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. Abbott. 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:

    • HIV
    • Human Immunodeficiency Virus
    • AIDS virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • HIV Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter
    • PrEP for HIV
    • HIV Prevention Medication
    • Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization
    • Z2981: Encounter for HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis

    Also known as:

    • Gender Dysphoria
    • Gender incongruence
    • Gender identity issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F649: Gender identity disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Endocrine Disorder
    • Endocrine Disease
    • Hormone disorder
    • Gland problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E349: Endocrine disorder, unspecified

    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:

    • Opioid-Induced Disorder
    • Opioid Dependence
    • Drug Use and Addiction
    • Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
    • Prescription Drug Misuse
    • Opioid addiction
    • Opioid-related health problems
    • Complications from opioid use
    • Opioid-caused conditions
    • Opioid use disorder
    • OUD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1199: Opioid use, unspecified with unspecified opioid-induced disorder
    • F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to HIV
    • HIV
    • HIV contact
    • Suspected HIV exposure
    • Human immunodeficiency virus exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z206: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to human immunodeficiency virus [HIV]

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
    • Special Medical Visits
    • Unusual Doctor Appointments
    • Healthcare for Unique Situations

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances

    Also known as:

    • Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
    • Health Screening
    • STD screening
    • Sexual health check
    • Venereal disease test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission

    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:

    • Asymptomatic HIV Infection
    • HIV
    • HIV positive without symptoms
    • Latent HIV infection
    • HIV carrier

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z21: Asymptomatic human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] infection status

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    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:

    • Administrative Medical Exam
    • Official health check
    • Regulatory medical assessment
    • General administrative exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z029: Encounter for administrative examinations, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nutrition Counseling
    • Nutrition
    • Dietary advice
    • Nutritional guidance
    • Healthy eating counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

    Also known as:

    • Other Specified Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • Atypical Anxiety
    • Uncommon Anxiety Disorder
    • Specific Anxiety Problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F418: Other specified anxiety disorders

    Which procedures does Dr. Abbott perform as a Infectious Disease Specialist?

    Does Dr. Abbott accept my insurance?

    Dr. Abbott accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 797-3590 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • District of Columbia

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Services for Children With Special Needs (HSCSN)

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • MedStar Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Abbott's office located?

    Dr. Stephen Abbott's Primary Practice

    1525 14th St NW

    Washington, DC 20005

    (202) 797-3590

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    Dr. Stephen Abbott's Practice 2

    2301 Martin Luther King Jr Ave SE

    Washington, DC 20020

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    Ratings & Reviews

    Rating Star

    5.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 1 reviews

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    Office Experience

    100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    Attentiveness

    100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly

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    Wait Times

    100% of patients were satisfied with the wait time

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    Appointment Booking

    100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment

    Patients give Dr. Stephen Abbott an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Abbott has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Abbott, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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

    Dr. Abbott's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437280450.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abbott?

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

    What is Dr. Stephen Abbott's specialty?

    Dr. Abbott is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Washington, DC.

    An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.

    Contact Dr. Abbott to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Stephen Abbott affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Abbott 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

    Where can I learn more about Infectious Disease Specialist?

    Explore Infectious Disease Specialist with 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 Stephen Abbott accepting new patients in Washington, DC?

    Yes, Dr. Stephen Abbott is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Stephen Abbott offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Abbott's office at (202) 797-3590 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Stephen Abbott?

    Please contact Dr. Abbott's office at (202) 797-3590 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Stephen Abbott have?

    Dr. Stephen Abbott is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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