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40 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Goldberg, Gastroenterologist in Bethesda, MD?
Dr. Howard Goldberg, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Bethesda, MD. He has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified. Dr. Goldberg completed his residency at Univ Hosp-Suny Stony Brook, Gastroenterology Hahnemann Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Goldberg is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Goldberg’s office at (240) 737-0085.
Where did Dr. Goldberg go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Hosp-Suny Stony Brook, Gastroenterology Hahnemann Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Georgetown Univ Sch of Med, Washington Dc
What languages does Dr. Goldberg speak?
Dr. Goldberg and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Goldberg treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Goldberg 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. Goldberg. 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.
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Gas Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Gas
- Gas in the Digestive Tract
- Stomach Gas Pain
- Trapped Gas Pain
- Intestinal Gas Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R141: Gas pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Family History of Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Family History
- Genetic colon polyps
- Hereditary bowel polyps
- Inherited risk for colon polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8371: Family history of colonic polyps
Also known as:
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Diarrhea
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Spastic Colon
- Functional Bowel Disorder
- IBS
- IBS-D
- Diarrhea-Predominant IBS
- Spastic Colon with Diarrhea
ICD-10 Codes:
- K589: Irritable bowel syndrome, unspecified
- K580: Irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea
Also known as:
- Family History of Digestive Organ Cancer
- Cancer
- Family History
- Genetic risk for gastrointestinal cancer
- Family history of GI cancer
- Hereditary digestive cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z800: Family history of malignant neoplasm of digestive organs
Also known as:
- Rectal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Anal Bleeding
- Blood in Stool
- Lower GI Bleed
ICD-10 Codes:
- K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal Bowel Movements
- Bowel Movement
- Unusual stool
- Changes in poop
- Fecal changes
ICD-10 Codes:
- R195: Other fecal abnormalities
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Swallowing problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1319: Other dysphagia
Also known as:
- Crohn's Disease of the Large Intestine
- Crohn's Disease
- Crohn’s Disease
- Large Bowel Crohn's
- Crohn's Colitis', 'Colonic Crohn's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5010: Crohn's disease of large intestine without complications
Also known as:
- Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Gastroenteritis
- Infectious Disease
- Stomach flu
- Infectious diarrhea
- Bowel infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A09: Infectious gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Colitis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Chronic Colitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5150: Left sided colitis without complications
Which procedures does Dr. Goldberg perform as a Gastroenterologist?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Howard Goldberg may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Goldberg's office.
Does Dr. Goldberg accept my insurance?
Dr. Goldberg accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (240) 737-0085 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Goldberg accept in Bethesda, MD?
Dr. Goldberg in Bethesda, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
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Where is Dr. Goldberg's office located?
Dr. Howard Goldberg's Primary Practice
10215 Fernwood Rd Ste 404
Bethesda, MD 20817
(240) 737-0085
What is Dr. Goldberg's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Goldberg's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316942089.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Goldberg?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Goldberg
What is Dr. Howard Goldberg's specialty?
Dr. Goldberg is a Gastroenterologist near Bethesda, MD. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Goldberg to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Howard Goldberg affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Goldberg is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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
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Is Howard Goldberg accepting new patients in Bethesda, MD?
Yes, Dr. Howard Goldberg is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Howard Goldberg offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Goldberg's office at (240) 737-0085 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Howard Goldberg?
Please contact Dr. Goldberg's office at (240) 737-0085 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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