22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Afshar, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist in Washington, DC?
Dr. Leila Afshar, MD is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC. She has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Afshar completed her residency at Univ Of Md Med Sys, Pediatrics. Dr. Afshar is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Afshar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Afshar’s office at (202) 476-4177.
Where did Dr. Afshar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Md Med Sys, Pediatrics | University of Maryland Medical System
Is Dr. Afshar board certified as a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Leila Afshar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Afshar speak?
Dr. Afshar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Persian
What conditions does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Afshar typically treat?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Afshar 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. Afshar. 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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health 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:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
What procedures does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Afshar typically perform?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Leila Afshar may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Afshar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Afshar accept my insurance?
Dr. Afshar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 476-4177 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Afshar accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Afshar in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Kaiser Permanente
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Afshar's office located?
What is Dr. Afshar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Afshar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629076708.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Afshar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Afshar
What is Dr. Leila Afshar's specialty?
Dr. Afshar is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist near Washington, DC.
What does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist do?
A pediatrician who serves as the primary care provider for sick newborn infants utilizes their clinical expertise for direct patient care and collaborates with obstetrical colleagues to develop care plans for mothers with high-risk pregnancies.
Is this Dr. Leila Afshar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Afshar is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente South San Francisco Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Stanford 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 Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Leila Afshar accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Leila Afshar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Leila Afshar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Afshar's office at (202) 476-4177 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Leila Afshar?
Please contact Dr. Afshar's office at (202) 476-4177 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Leila Afshar have?
Dr. Leila Afshar is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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Department Of Emergency Medicine
111 Michigan Ave NW
Washington, DC 20010