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36 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hood, Cardiologist in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Robert Hood, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD. He has been practicing for over 36 years. Dr. Hood graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Naval Medical Center (Portsmouth) Program. Dr. Hood is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hood’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hood’s office at (410) 328-1048.
Where did Dr. Hood go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Naval Medical Center (Portsmouth) Program
Medical School: Georgetown University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hood speak?
Dr. Hood and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Hood typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Hood typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Robert Hood may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
Please contact Dr. Hood's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hood accept my insurance?
Dr. Hood accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 328-1048 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hood accept in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Hood 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
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Riverside Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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 1962449975.
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. Robert Hood's specialty?
Dr. Hood is a Cardiologist near Baltimore, MD.
What does a Cardiologist do?
An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Is this Dr. Robert Hood affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hood is affiliated with Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center, Tidalhealth Peninsula Regional, Medstar Harbor Hospital, Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus, Carroll Hospital 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 Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Robert Hood accepting new patients in Baltimore, MD?
Yes, Dr. Robert Hood is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Hood offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hood's office at (410) 328-1048 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Hood?
Please contact Dr. Hood's office at (410) 328-1048 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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