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Dr. Walter Bland, MD

Geriatric Psychiatrist, Psychiatrist

Washington, DC

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Bland, Geriatric Psychiatrist in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Walter Bland, MD is a Geriatric Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Bland completed his residency at Univ Of Md Med Sys, Geriatric Psychiatry; Howard Univ Hosp, Psychiatry; Howard Univ Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Bland is fluent in English, Amharic, Chinese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bland’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bland’s office at (202) 865-6611.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Md Med Sys, Geriatric Psychiatry; Howard Univ Hosp, Psychiatry; Howard Univ Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year

    • Medical School: Howard Univ Coll of Med, Washington Dc

    Is Dr. Bland board certified as a Geriatric Psychiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. Walter Bland, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

    What languages does Dr. Bland speak?

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

    • Amharic
    • Chinese
    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Geriatric Psychiatrist like Dr. Bland typically treat?

    As a Geriatric Psychiatrist, Dr. Bland 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. Bland. 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:

    • Depression
    • Recurrent Depression
    • Depression (Single Episode)
    • Dysthymia
    • Persistent Depressive Disorder
    • Chronic Depression
    • Clinical depression
    • Major depressive disorder
    • Mood disorder
    • Chronic depression
    • Repeated depressive episodes
    • Major depression
    • Depressive episode

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F341: Dysthymic disorder
    • F32A: Depression, unspecified
    • F339: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, unspecified
    • F329: Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Manic depression
    • Bipolar illness
    • Mood disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Specified Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • Atypical Anxiety
    • Uncommon Anxiety Disorder
    • Specific Anxiety Problem
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F418: Other specified anxiety disorders
    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Schizophrenia
    • Psychotic disorder
    • Thought disorder
    • Mental illness with psychosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Opioid Abuse
    • Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
    • Prescription Drug Misuse
    • Opioid misuse
    • Drug abuse (opioids)
    • Problem opioid use

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1110: Opioid abuse, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
    • PTSD
    • Trauma Stress
    • Combat Stress
    • Shell Shock

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F4310: Post-traumatic stress disorder, unspecified

    What procedures does a Geriatric Psychiatrist like Dr. Bland typically perform?

    As a Geriatric Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Walter Bland may include:

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

    Does Dr. Bland accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bland accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 865-6611 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bland accept in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Bland in Washington, DC 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)

    • District of Columbia

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Maryland Physicians Care

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Bland's office located?

    Dr. Walter Bland's Primary Practice

    530 College St NW

    Washington, DC 20059

    (202) 865-6611

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    Dr. Walter Bland's Practice 2

    2041 Georgia Ave NW

    Washington, DC 20060

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    Dr. Walter Bland's Practice 3

    2101 Medical Park Dr Ste 305

    Silver Spring, MD 20902

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    What hospitals are Dr. Bland affiliated with?

    Dr. Bland has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Howard University Hospital,Washington, DC

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

    Dr. Bland's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639101553.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bland?

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

    What is Dr. Walter Bland's specialty?

    Dr. Bland is a Geriatric Psychiatrist near Washington, DC.

    What does a Geriatric Psychiatrist do?

    Geriatric Psychiatry is a subspecialty focused on the prevention, assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental and emotional disorders in older adults. It aims to enhance psychiatric care for both healthy and ill elderly patients.

    Is Dr. Walter Bland affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Bland is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Howard 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

    When to see a Geriatric Psychiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Geriatric Psychiatrist. 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. Walter Bland accepting new patients in Washington, DC?

    Yes, Dr. Walter Bland is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Walter Bland offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bland's office at (202) 865-6611 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Walter Bland?

    Please contact Dr. Bland's office at (202) 865-6611 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Bland's office located?

    Dr. Bland's offices are located in Washington, DC and Silver Spring, MD.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Walter Bland have?

    Dr. Walter Bland is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.