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Dr. Helen Norwood, MD

Dr. Helen Norwood, MD

Brandywine, MD

19 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Norwood, Internist in Brandywine, MD?

    Dr. Helen Norwood, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Brandywine, MD with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Norwood completed her residency at Howard University Hosptial. Dr. Norwood is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Norwood’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Norwood’s office at (301) 782-2220.

    Where did Dr. Norwood go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Howard University Hosptial

    • Medical School: Howard University Medical School

    Is Dr. Norwood board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Helen Norwood, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Norwood speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Norwood treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Norwood 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. Norwood. 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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    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 Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Sugar
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Elevated Glucose
    • Unspecified High Blood Sugar

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R739: Hyperglycemia, unspecified

    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

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Back Pain
    • Backache
    • Dorsalgia
    • Spinal Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Norwood perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Helen Norwood may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Norwood's office.

    Does Dr. Norwood accept my insurance?

    Dr. Norwood accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 782-2220 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Norwood accept in Brandywine, MD?

    Dr. Norwood in Brandywine, MD 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)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Medicare

    • State of Indiana

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Norwood's office located?

    Dr. Helen Norwood's Primary Practice

    13950 Brandywine Rd Ste 125

    Brandywine, MD 20613

    (301) 782-2220

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    Dr. Helen Norwood's Practice 2

    25500 Point Lookout Rd

    Leonardtown, MD 20650

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    Dr. Helen Norwood's Practice 3

    1145 19th St NW

    Washington, DC 20036

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

    Dr. Norwood's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225228869.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Norwood?

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

    What is Dr. Helen Norwood's specialty?

    Dr. Norwood is a Internist near Brandywine, MD.

    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.

    Contact Dr. Norwood to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Helen Norwood affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Norwood is affiliated with MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center, MedStar St. Mary's Hospital, MedStar Washington Hospital Center, Luminis Health Anne Arundel 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist 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 Helen Norwood accepting new patients in Brandywine, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Helen Norwood is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Helen Norwood offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Norwood's office at (301) 782-2220 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Helen Norwood?

    Please contact Dr. Norwood's office at (301) 782-2220 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Helen Norwood have?

    Dr. Helen Norwood is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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