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Dr. Joseph Mcdonald, MD

Bethesda, MD

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mcdonald, Internist in Bethesda, MD?

    Dr. Joseph Mcdonald, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Bethesda, MD with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Mcdonald is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mcdonald’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mcdonald’s office at (913) 588-6050.

    What languages does Dr. Mcdonald speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Mcdonald typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Mcdonald 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. Mcdonald. 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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Obesity
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E669: Obesity, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    Also known as:

    • History of Nicotine Dependence
    • E-Cigarettes
    • Smokeless Tobacco
    • Smoking
    • Past nicotine addiction
    • Previous smoking habit
    • History of tobacco use disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z87891: Personal history of nicotine dependence

    Also known as:

    • ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • ADD
    • Inattentive ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F900: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive type

    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

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Mcdonald typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Mcdonald may include:

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

    Does Dr. Mcdonald accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mcdonald accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (913) 588-6050 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mcdonald accept in Bethesda, MD?

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

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Mcdonald's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Mcdonald's Primary Practice

    6410 Rockledge Dr Ste 600

    Bethesda, MD 20817

    (913) 588-6050

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    Grady Dc Office

    4910 Massachusetts Ave NW Ste 114 Ofc

    Washington, DC 20016

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    Dr. Joseph Mcdonald's Practice 3

    9470 Annapolis Rd Ste 309

    Lanham, MD 20706

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

    Dr. Mcdonald's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518187137.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mcdonald?

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

    What is Dr. Joseph Mcdonald's specialty?

    Dr. Mcdonald is an Internist near Bethesda, MD.

    What does an Internist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Joseph Mcdonald affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mcdonald is affiliated with Aspen Valley Hospital, Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove 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

    When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. 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. Joseph Mcdonald accepting new patients in Bethesda, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Mcdonald is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Mcdonald offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mcdonald's office at (913) 588-6050 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joseph Mcdonald?

    Please contact Dr. Mcdonald's office at (913) 588-6050 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Mcdonald's office located?

    Dr. Mcdonald's offices are located in Bethesda, MD, Washington, DC, and Lanham, MD.