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Dr. Lee Musher, MD

Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Adult Medicine Specialist, Family Medicine Specialist

Chevy Chase, MD

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Musher, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Chevy Chase, MD?

    Dr. Lee Musher, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Chevy Chase, MD with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Musher graduated from University degli Studi di Bologna Scuola di Medicina e Chirurgia and completed his residency at Parker Jewish Geriatric Inst, Geriatric Medicine-Internal Medicine; Cath M C Bklyn-Queens Inc, Family Medicine. Dr. Musher is fluent in English and Italian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Musher’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Musher’s office at (301) 986-4774.

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

    • Residency: Parker Jewish Geriatric Inst, Geriatric Medicine-Internal Medicine; Cath M C Bklyn-Queens Inc, Family Medicine | Maimonides Medical Center/Infants and Children's Hospital of Brooklyn Program

    • Medical School: University Di Bologna, Fac Di Med E Chirurgia, Bologna | University degli Studi di Bologna Scuola di Medicina e Chirurgia

    Is Dr. Musher board certified as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Lee Musher, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Musher speak?

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

    • English
    • Italian

    What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Musher typically treat?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Musher 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. Musher. 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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    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:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Musher typically perform?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Lee Musher may include:

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

    Does Dr. Musher accept my insurance?

    Dr. Musher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 986-4774 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Musher accept in Chevy Chase, MD?

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

    Top Insurances

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Highmark Health

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Musher's office located?

    Dr. Lee Musher's Primary Practice

    5530 Wisconsin Ave Ste 1045

    Chevy Chase, MD 20815

    (301) 986-4774

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    Dr. Lee Musher's Practice 2

    6410 Rockledge Dr Ste 600

    Bethesda, MD 20817

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    What hospitals are Dr. Musher affiliated with?

    Dr. Musher has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Medstar Georgetown University Hospital,Washington, DC

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

    Dr. Musher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437281961.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Musher?

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

    What is Dr. Lee Musher's specialty?

    Dr. Musher is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Chevy Chase, MD.

    What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?

    An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.

    Is Dr. Lee Musher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Musher is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Medstar Georgetown University 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

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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Geriatric 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. Lee Musher accepting new patients in Chevy Chase, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Lee Musher is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lee Musher offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Musher's office at (301) 986-4774 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Lee Musher?

    Please contact Dr. Musher's office at (301) 986-4774 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Musher's office located?

    Dr. Musher's offices are located in Chevy Chase, MD and Bethesda, MD.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Lee Musher have?

    Dr. Lee Musher is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.