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Dr. Allison Herring, MD

Diagnostic Radiologist

La Plata, MD

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Herring, Diagnostic Radiologist in La Plata, MD?

    Dr. Allison Herring, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in La Plata, MD with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Herring is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Herring’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Herring’s office at (301) 539-0345.

    What languages does Dr. Herring speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Herring typically treat?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Herring 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. Herring. 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:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Catheter Management
    • Catheter adjustment
    • Catheter care
    • Non-vascular catheter maintenance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4682: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of non-vascular catheter

    Also known as:

    • Vascular Access Device Management
    • Vascular Access Care
    • Port Management
    • Catheter Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    What procedures does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Herring typically perform?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Allison Herring may include:

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

    Does Dr. Herring accept my insurance?

    Dr. Herring accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 539-0345 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Herring accept in La Plata, MD?

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

    Top Insurances

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Jai Medical Systems

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Riverside Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Herring's office located?

    Dr. Allison Herring's Primary Practice

    5 N La Plata Ct Ste 104

    La Plata, MD 20646

    (301) 539-0345

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    Department Of Radiology

    22 S Greene St

    Baltimore, MD 21201

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    Dr. Allison Herring's Practice 3

    901 Harry S Truman Dr N

    Largo, MD 20774

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

    Dr. Herring's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902260979.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Herring?

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

    What is Dr. Allison Herring's specialty?

    Dr. Herring is a Diagnostic Radiologist near La Plata, MD.

    What does a Diagnostic Radiologist do?

    A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions.

    Is Dr. Allison Herring affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Herring is affiliated with Um Capital Region Medical Center, Ummc Midtown Campus, University Of Maryland Shore Medical Center At Easton, Luminis Health Doctors Community Medical Center, 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

    When to see a Diagnostic Radiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Diagnostic Radiologist. 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. Allison Herring accepting new patients in La Plata, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Allison Herring is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Allison Herring offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Herring's office at (301) 539-0345 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Allison Herring?

    Please contact Dr. Herring's office at (301) 539-0345 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Herring's office located?

    Dr. Herring's offices are located in La Plata, MD, Baltimore, MD, and Largo, MD.