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Who is Dr. Council, Family Medicine Specialist in Washington, DC?
Dr. Christina Council, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Council is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Council’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Council’s office at (301) 762-5020.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Council?
Dr. Christina Council, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Family Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Council empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Diabetes, Hypertension, Preventive Medicine, Primary Care, Women's Health, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Washington, DC community, Dr. Council is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Council speak?
Dr. Council and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Council typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Council 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. Council. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Council typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Christina Council may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Council's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Council accept my insurance?
Dr. Council accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 762-5020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Council accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Council 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
BCBS Unspecified
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Council's office located?
What is Dr. Council's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Council's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831539451.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Council?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Council
What is Dr. Christina Council's specialty?
Dr. Council is a Family Medicine Specialist near Washington, DC.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Christina Council affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Council is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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 Christina Council accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Christina Council is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christina Council offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Council's office at (301) 762-5020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christina Council?
Please contact Dr. Council's office at (301) 762-5020 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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