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Dr. Heather Brown, MD
Baltimore, MD
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Brown, Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Heather Brown, MD is a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Brown is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brown’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brown’s office at (443) 923-1841.
What languages does Dr. Brown speak?
Dr. Brown and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Brown treat?
As a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist, Dr. Brown 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. Brown. 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:
- Rett Syndrome
- Rett's Disorder
- MECP2 Disorder
- Childhood Disintegrative Disorder (Rett type)
ICD-10 Codes:
- F842: Rett's syndrome
Also known as:
- Spastic Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy
- Cerebral Palsy
- Paralysis
- Quadriplegic CP
- Spastic CP affecting all limbs
- Four-limb spastic paralysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- G800: Spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy
Also known as:
- Genetic Risk for Other Disease
- Hereditary Disease Risk
- Increased Risk of Inherited Conditions
- Genetic Predisposition to Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1589: Genetic susceptibility to other disease
Also known as:
- Autosomal Deletion Syndrome
- Genetic Disorder
- Autosomal Microdeletion
- Chromosome Deletion
- Genetic Deletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q9389: Other deletions from the autosomes
Also known as:
- Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis
- Genetic Brain Disorder
- CLN10 disease
- CLN11 disease
- CLN1 disease
- CLN2 disease
- CLN3 disease
- CLN4 disease
- CLN5 disease
- CLN6 disease
- CLN7 disease
- CLN8 disease
- NCL
- Batten disease
- Lysosomal Storage Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E754: Neuronal ceroid lipofuscinosis
Also known as:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Duchenne or Becker Muscular Dystrophy
- Muscular Dystrophy
- DMD
- BMD
- Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
- Becker Muscular Dystrophy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G7101: Duchenne or Becker muscular dystrophy
Also known as:
- Lack of Coordination
- Movement Disorder
- Clumsiness
- Ataxia
- Coordination Problems
- Unsteady Movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R278: Other lack of coordination
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Brown perform as a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist?
As a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Heather Brown may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Brown's office.
Does Dr. Brown accept my insurance?
Dr. Brown accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (443) 923-1841 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Brown accept in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Brown in Baltimore, MD 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)
Express Scripts
Johns Hopkins
Medicare
MedStar Health
State of Maryland
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Brown's office located?
Dr. Heather Brown's Primary Practice
600 N Wolfe St # 266
Baltimore, MD 21287
(443) 923-1841
What is Dr. Brown's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Brown's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386007557.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brown?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Brown
What is Dr. Heather Brown's specialty?
Dr. Brown is a Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist near Baltimore, MD. A pediatrician who has special knowledge and experience in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients with life-limiting illnesses. This pediatrician is responsible to collaborate with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team in order to enhance the quality of life. They also handle physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs of both patient and family. This is done throughout the course of the illness, during the dying process, and beyond. They have good expertise in handling the assessment of patients with advanced disease, providing relief from distressing symptoms, coordinating between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, using specialized and advanced care systems including hospice, managing patients who are imminently dying, and navigating legal and ethical decision-making in end-of-life care. Contact Dr. Brown to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Heather Brown affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Brown is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Kennedy Krieger Institute. 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist?
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Is Heather Brown accepting new patients in Baltimore, MD?
Yes, Dr. Heather Brown is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Heather Brown offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Brown's office at (443) 923-1841 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Heather Brown?
Please contact Dr. Brown's office at (443) 923-1841 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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