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Dr. Ann Raffo, MD

Gaithersburg, MD

19 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Raffo, Internist in Gaithersburg, MD?

    Dr. Ann Raffo, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Gaithersburg, MD with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Raffo graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Georgetown Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Raffo is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Raffo’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Raffo’s office at (301) 948-8780.

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

    • Residency: Georgetown Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine | Georgetown University Hospital/Washington Hospital Center Program

    • Medical School: Georgetown Univ Sch of Med, Washington Dc | Georgetown University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Raffo board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Ann Raffo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Raffo speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Raffo treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Raffo 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. Raffo. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    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:

    • Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
    • B Vitamins
    • Malnutrition
    • Specific B Vitamin Shortage
    • Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
    • Rare B Vitamin Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Prostatic Carcinoma
    • Prostate Gland Cancer
    • Malignant Prostate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Mild Depression (Single Episode)
    • Depression
    • Mild major depression
    • Mild depressive episode
    • Low mood

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F320: Major depressive disorder, single episode, mild

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Sodium Levels
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Sodium
    • Hyponatremia
    • Low Blood Sodium
    • Sodium Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    Which procedures does Dr. Raffo perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Ann Raffo may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Raffo's office.

    Does Dr. Raffo accept my insurance?

    Dr. Raffo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 948-8780 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Raffo accept in Gaithersburg, MD?

    Dr. Raffo in Gaithersburg, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Chevron

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Gordon Food Service

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Raffo's office located?

    Dr. Ann Raffo's Primary Practice

    818 W Diamond Ave Ste 130

    Gaithersburg, MD 20878

    (301) 948-8780

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    Dr. Ann Raffo's Practice 2

    9470 Annapolis Rd Ste 309

    Lanham, MD 20706

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    Dr. Ann Raffo's Practice 3

    656 Quince Orchard Rd Ste 100

    Gaithersburg, MD 20878

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

    Dr. Raffo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497752224.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Raffo?

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

    What is Dr. Ann Raffo's specialty?

    Dr. Raffo is a Internist near Gaithersburg, MD.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Raffo to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ann Raffo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Raffo is affiliated with Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, Beebe Healthcare, Inova Fairfax Medical Campus 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with 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 Ann Raffo accepting new patients in Gaithersburg, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Ann Raffo is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ann Raffo offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Raffo's office at (301) 948-8780 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ann Raffo?

    Please contact Dr. Raffo's office at (301) 948-8780 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ann Raffo have?

    Dr. Ann Raffo is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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