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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pershad, Pediatric Emergency Specialist in Washington, DC?
Dr. Jay Pershad, MD is a Pediatric Emergency Specialist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC. Dr. Pershad graduated from University of Mumbai/ Topiwala National Medical College And Nair Hospital and completed his residency at Wayne State University School of Medicine Program. Dr. Pershad is fluent in English, Gujarati, Hindi, and Marathi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pershad’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pershad’s office at (888) 884-2327.
Where did Dr. Pershad go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Wayne State University School of Medicine Program
Medical School: University of Mumbai/ Topiwala National Medical College And Nair Hospital | University of Mumbai/ Topiwala National Medical College And Nair Hospital | Grant Government Medical College | Seth G.S. Medical College
What languages does Dr. Pershad speak?
Dr. Pershad and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Gujarati
Hindi
Marathi
What conditions does Dr. Pershad treat?
As a Pediatric Emergency Specialist, Dr. Pershad 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. Pershad. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
- Nasal Congestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
- J00: Acute nasopharyngitis [common cold]
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J111: Influenza due to unidentified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Severe Asthma Attack
- Asthma
- Status Asthmaticus
- Life-Threatening Asthma
- Asthma Crisis
- Asthma Emergency
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45902: Unspecified asthma with status asthmaticus
Also known as:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Which procedures does Dr. Pershad perform as a Pediatric Emergency Specialist?
As a Pediatric Emergency Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Jay Pershad may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Pershad's office.
Does Dr. Pershad accept my insurance?
Dr. Pershad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (888) 884-2327 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pershad accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Pershad in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Fox Insurance Company
Johns Hopkins
Kaiser Permanente
Maryland Physicians Care
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Pershad's office located?
Dr. Jay Pershad's Primary Practice
111 Michigan Ave NW
Washington, DC 20010
(888) 884-2327
What is Dr. Pershad's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pershad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801896220.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pershad?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pershad
What is Dr. Jay Pershad's specialty?
Dr. Pershad is a Pediatric Emergency Specialist near Washington, DC. Pediatric Emergency Medicine is a clinical subspecialty dedicated to the care of acutely ill or injured children in the emergency department setting. Contact Dr. Pershad to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Jay Pershad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pershad is affiliated with Frederick Health Hospital, Johnston-Willis Hospital, Luminis Health Doctors Community Medical Center, Sinai Hospital - Baltimore, VCU Medical Center North Hospital, Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center 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
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Is Jay Pershad accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Jay Pershad is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jay Pershad offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pershad's office at (888) 884-2327 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jay Pershad?
Please contact Dr. Pershad's office at (888) 884-2327 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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