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Dr. Richard Weidman, MD

Silver Spring, MD

42 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Weidman, Internist in Silver Spring, MD?

    Dr. Richard Weidman, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Silver Spring, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 42 years and is board certified. Dr. Weidman completed his residency at U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Weidman is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Weidman’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Weidman’s office at (202) 243-4480.

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

    • Residency: U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, Internal Medicine

    Is Dr. Weidman board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Weidman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Preventative Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Weidman speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Weidman treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Weidman 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. Weidman. 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:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary and Genital Symptoms
    • Urine and Urination
    • Genitourinary signs
    • Urogenital symptoms
    • Reproductive and urinary issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R399: Unspecified symptoms and signs involving the genitourinary system

    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:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    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:

    • 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

    Which procedures does Dr. Weidman perform as an Internist?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Weidman may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Weidman's office.

    Does Dr. Weidman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Weidman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 243-4480 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Weidman accept in Silver Spring, MD?

    Dr. Weidman in Silver Spring, 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

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska

    • Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Indiana

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Weidman's office located?

    Dr. Richard Weidman's Primary Practice

    3305 N Leisure World Blvd

    Silver Spring, MD 20906

    (202) 243-4480

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    Dr. Richard Weidman's Practice 2

    220 Girard St Ste 100

    Gaithersburg, MD 20877

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    Dr. Richard Weidman's Practice 3

    5215 Loughboro Rd NW Ste 300

    Washington, DC 20016

    (202) 243-4480

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

    Dr. Weidman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255454567.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Weidman?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Weidman's specialty?

    Dr. Weidman is a Internist near Silver Spring, 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. Weidman to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Richard Weidman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Weidman is affiliated with MedStar Montgomery Medical Center, Adventist HealthCare White Oak Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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?

    Explore Internist 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 Richard Weidman accepting new patients in Silver Spring, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Weidman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Weidman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Weidman's office at (202) 243-4480 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Weidman?

    Please contact Dr. Weidman's office at (202) 243-4480 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Weidman have?

    Dr. Richard Weidman is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Preventative Medicine.

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