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Dr. Aaron Wood, DO

Washington, DC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wood, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Aaron Wood, DO is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Wood is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wood’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wood’s office at (202) 444-2611.

    What languages does Dr. Wood speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Wood typically treat?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Wood 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. Wood. 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:

    • Palliative Care
    • Comfort care
    • Supportive care
    • Symptom management care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z515: Encounter for palliative care

    Also known as:

    • General Counseling Services
    • Personal Counseling
    • Life Coaching
    • Support Services

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7189: Other specified counseling

    What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Wood typically perform?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Aaron Wood may include:

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

    Does Dr. Wood accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wood accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 444-2611 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wood accept in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Wood in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CareSource

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Ohio

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Wood's office located?

    Dr. Aaron Wood's Primary Practice

    3800 Reservoir Rd NW

    Washington, DC 20007

    (202) 444-2611

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    311 Mmg At 19th Street Nw

    1145 19th St NW Ste 311

    Washington, DC 20036

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    Dr. Aaron Wood's Practice 3

    25500 Point Lookout Rd

    Leonardtown, MD 20650

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

    Dr. Wood's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750745154.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wood?

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

    What is Dr. Aaron Wood's specialty?

    Dr. Wood is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Washington, DC.

    What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?

    An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.

    Is this Dr. Aaron Wood affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wood is affiliated with Ohio State The James Cancer Hospital, The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Ohiohealth Grant Medical Center, Ohiohealth Riverside Methodist Hospital, Medstar Franklin Square 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 a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - 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 Aaron Wood accepting new patients in Washington, DC?

    Yes, Dr. Aaron Wood is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Aaron Wood offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wood's office at (202) 444-2611 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Aaron Wood?

    Please contact Dr. Wood's office at (202) 444-2611 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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