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Dr. Lee-Anne West, MD

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist

Baltimore, MD

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. West, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Baltimore, MD?

    Dr. Lee-Anne West, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. West is fluent in English, Polish, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. West’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. West’s office at (703) 531-1106.

    Is Dr. West board certified as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Lee-Anne West, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. West speak?

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

    • English
    • Polish
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. West typically treat?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. West 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. West. 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:

    • Brain Blood Vessel Disease
    • Brain Disease
    • Cerebrovascular Disorder
    • Brain Circulation Problem
    • Brain Vascular Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I679: Cerebrovascular disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Brain Degeneration
    • Dementia
    • Senile Dementia
    • Brain Degeneration in Elderly

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
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    • AD
    • Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Lung Cancer
    • Bronchial cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of lung
    • Pulmonary cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing After Stroke
    • Brain Disease
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Swallowing difficulties after stroke
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Dysphagia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69991: Dysphagia following unspecified cerebrovascular disease

    What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. West typically perform?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Lee-Anne West may include:

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

    Does Dr. West accept my insurance?

    Dr. West accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (703) 531-1106 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. West accept in Baltimore, MD?

    Dr. West in Baltimore, 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

    • Johns Hopkins Health System

    • Maryland Physicians Care

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • MedStar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. West's office located?

    Dr. Lee-Anne West's Primary Practice

    3001 S Hanover St

    Baltimore, MD 21225

    (703) 531-1106

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    Dr. Lee-Anne West's Practice 2

    3300 Gallows Rd

    Falls Church, VA 22042

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    Dr. Lee-Anne West's Practice 3

    3600 Joseph Siewick Dr

    Fairfax, VA 22033

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

    Dr. West's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659553626.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. West?

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

    What is Dr. Lee-Anne West's specialty?

    Dr. West is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Baltimore, MD.

    What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?

    An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.

    Is Dr. Lee-Anne West affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. West is affiliated with Medstar Montgomery Medical Center, Holy Cross Hospital - Silver Spring, Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center, Suburban Hospital, Medstar Southern Maryland Hospital 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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist. 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. Lee-Anne West accepting new patients in Baltimore, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Lee-Anne West is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lee-Anne West offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. West's office at (703) 531-1106 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Lee-Anne West?

    Please contact Dr. West's office at (703) 531-1106 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. West's office located?

    Dr. West's offices are located in Baltimore, MD, Falls Church, VA, and Fairfax, VA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Lee-Anne West have?

    Dr. Lee-Anne West is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.