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Dr. Megan Lofton, MD

Anesthesiologist

Frederick, MD

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lofton, Anesthesiologist in Frederick, MD?

    Dr. Megan Lofton, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Frederick, MD. Dr. Lofton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lofton’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lofton’s office at (240) 566-1639.

    What languages does Dr. Lofton speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Lofton typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Lofton 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. Lofton. 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:

    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Childbirth
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Lofton typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Megan Lofton may include:

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

    Does Dr. Lofton accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lofton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (240) 566-1639 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lofton accept in Frederick, MD?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Lofton's office located?

    Dr. Megan Lofton's Primary Practice

    7490 New Technology Way

    Frederick, MD 21703

    (240) 566-1639

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

    Dr. Lofton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174899538.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lofton?

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

    What is Dr. Megan Lofton's specialty?

    Dr. Lofton is an Anesthesiologist near Frederick, MD.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Megan Lofton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lofton is affiliated with Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. 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. Megan Lofton accepting new patients in Frederick, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Megan Lofton is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Megan Lofton offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lofton's office at (240) 566-1639 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Megan Lofton?

    Please contact Dr. Lofton's office at (240) 566-1639 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Lofton's office located?

    Dr. Lofton's office is located in Frederick, MD.