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18 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Coles, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Washington, DC?
Dr. Tara Coles, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Coles completed her residency at Boston Medical Center, Emergency Medicine; Georgetown Univ Hosp, Transitional Year. Dr. Coles is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Coles’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Coles’s office at (202) 444-8168.
Where did Dr. Coles go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Boston Medical Center, Emergency Medicine; Georgetown Univ Hosp, Transitional Year
Is Dr. Coles board certified as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
Yes, Dr. Tara Coles, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Coles speak?
Dr. Coles and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Coles typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Coles 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. Coles. 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:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
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:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
Also known as:
- Liver Failure
- Liver Disease
- Hepatic insufficiency
- Liver dysfunction
- End-stage liver disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7290: Hepatic failure, unspecified without coma
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Coles typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Tara Coles may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
Please contact Dr. Coles' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Coles accept my insurance?
Dr. Coles accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 444-8168 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Coles accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Coles in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Riverside Health
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Coles' office located?
Dr. Tara Coles' Primary Practice
3800 Reservoir Rd NW
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 444-8168
What is Dr. Coles's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Coles's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164450631.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Coles?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Coles
What is Dr. Tara Coles's specialty?
Dr. Coles is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Washington, DC.
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 this Dr. Tara Coles affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Coles is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Medstar Georgetown 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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Tara Coles accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Tara Coles is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tara Coles offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Coles's office at (202) 444-8168 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tara Coles?
Please contact Dr. Coles's office at (202) 444-8168 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Tara Coles have?
Dr. Tara Coles is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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