CH
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Hood, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Washington, DC?
Dr. Colton Hood is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC. He is board certified. Dr. Hood is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hood’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hood’s office at (202) 715-4000.
What languages does Dr. Hood speak?
Dr. Hood and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Hood treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hood 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. Hood. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Which procedures does Dr. Hood perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Colton Hood may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hood's office.
Does Dr. Hood accept my insurance?
Dr. Hood accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 715-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hood accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Hood 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
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Hood's office located?
What is Dr. Hood's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hood's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912240151.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hood?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hood
What is Dr. Colton Hood's specialty?
Dr. Hood is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Washington, DC. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Hood to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Colton Hood affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Hood is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Washington Va Medical Center, The George Washington University 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
Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Explore Emergency Medicine Specialist with 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 Colton Hood accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Colton Hood is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Colton Hood offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hood's office at (202) 715-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Colton Hood?
Please contact Dr. Hood's office at (202) 715-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Other Emergency Medicine Specialist Near Washington, DC
LG
Emergency Medicine Specialist
Dr. Leah Grinshpun, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC. She is board certified.
Washington, DC
JF
Emergency Medicine Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Jordan Feltes, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified.
Washington, DC
MT
Emergency Medicine Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Makoto Tanigawa is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified.
Washington, DC