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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dhawan, Family Medicine Specialist in Ellicott City, MD?
Dr. Rita Dhawan, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Ellicott City, MD. She is board certified. Dr. Dhawan is fluent in English, Hindi, and Panjabi; Punjabi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dhawan’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dhawan’s office at (410) 465-7850.
Is Dr. Dhawan board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Rita Dhawan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Dhawan speak?
Dr. Dhawan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Panjabi; Punjabi
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Dhawan typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Dhawan 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. Dhawan. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other General Medical Examination
- Health Checkup
- General Health Checkup
- Comprehensive Medical Exam
- Miscellaneous Physical Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z008: Encounter for other general examination
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Dementia
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Unsteadiness on Feet
- Walking Problems
- Feeling Unsteady
- Balance Problems
- Dizziness While Standing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2681: Unsteadiness on feet
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Dhawan typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Dhawan performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Dhawan. 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:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Does Dr. Dhawan accept my insurance?
Dr. Dhawan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 465-7850 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dhawan accept in Ellicott City, MD?
Dr. Dhawan in Ellicott City, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
MedStar Health
Riverside Health
State of Maryland
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Dhawan's office located?
Dr. Rita Dhawan's Primary Practice
9055 Chevrolet Dr
Ellicott City, MD 21042
(410) 465-7850
What is Dr. Dhawan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dhawan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134120793.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dhawan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dhawan
What is Dr. Rita Dhawan's specialty?
Dr. Dhawan is a Family Medicine Specialist near Ellicott City, MD.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Rita Dhawan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dhawan is affiliated with Frederick Health Hospital, Carroll Hospital, Medstar Union Memorial 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Rita Dhawan accepting new patients in Ellicott City, MD?
Yes, Dr. Rita Dhawan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rita Dhawan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dhawan's office at (410) 465-7850 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rita Dhawan?
Please contact Dr. Dhawan's office at (410) 465-7850 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rita Dhawan have?
Dr. Rita Dhawan is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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