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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. De Shields, Internist in Kensington, MD?
Dr. Jonathan De Shields, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Kensington, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. De Shields is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. De Shields’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. De Shields’s office at (301) 297-1003.
What languages does Dr. De Shields speak?
Dr. De Shields and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. De Shields treat?
As a Internist, Dr. De Shields 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. De Shields. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- Unsteadiness on Feet
- Walking Problems
- Feeling Unsteady
- Balance Problems
- Dizziness While Standing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2681: Unsteadiness on feet
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Which procedures does Dr. De Shields perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Jonathan De Shields may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. De Shields' office.
Does Dr. De Shields accept my insurance?
Dr. De Shields accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 297-1003 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. De Shields accept in Kensington, MD?
Dr. De Shields in Kensington, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Johns Hopkins
Medicare
Spectrum / Priority Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. De Shields' office located?
Dr. Jonathan De Shields' Primary Practice
10810 Connecticut Ave
Kensington, MD 20895
(301) 297-1003
What is Dr. De Shields's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. De Shields's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043717424.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. De Shields?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. De Shields
What is Dr. Jonathan De Shields's specialty?
Dr. De Shields is a Internist near Kensington, MD.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. De Shields to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Jonathan De Shields affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. De Shields is affiliated with University Of Maryland Shore Medical Center At Easton 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 Internist?
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Is Jonathan De Shields accepting new patients in Kensington, MD?
Yes, Dr. Jonathan De Shields is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jonathan De Shields offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. De Shields's office at (301) 297-1003 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jonathan De Shields?
Please contact Dr. De Shields's office at (301) 297-1003 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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