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Dr. Victor Plavner, MD

Arnold, MD

38 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Plavner, Family Medicine Specialist in Arnold, MD?

    Dr. Victor Plavner, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Arnold, MD. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified. Dr. Plavner graduated from Mechanical Engineering and completed his residency at Franklin Square Hosp Ctr, Family Medicine; Geo Washington Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Plavner is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Plavner’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Plavner’s office at (410) 757-7600.

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

    • Residency: Franklin Square Hosp Ctr, Family Medicine; Geo Washington Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine | MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Mechanical Engineering

    Is Dr. Plavner board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Victor Plavner, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Plavner speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Plavner typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Plavner 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. Plavner. 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 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:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Atrial Fibrillation
    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Persistent AFib
    • Long-term AFib
    • Ongoing Atrial Fibrillation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4820: Chronic atrial fibrillation, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    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:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Plavner typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Victor Plavner may include:

    Please contact Dr. Plavner's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Plavner accept my insurance?

    Dr. Plavner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 757-7600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Plavner accept in Arnold, MD?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Plavner's office located?

    Dr. Victor Plavner's Primary Practice

    1509 Ritchie Hwy

    Arnold, MD 21012

    (410) 757-7600

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

    Dr. Plavner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104818004.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Plavner?

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

    What is Dr. Victor Plavner's specialty?

    Dr. Plavner is a Family Medicine Specialist near Arnold, 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. Victor Plavner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Plavner is affiliated with Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center, Um Upper Chesapeake Medical Center Bel Air 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Victor Plavner accepting new patients in Arnold, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Victor Plavner is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Victor Plavner offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Plavner's office at (410) 757-7600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Victor Plavner?

    Please contact Dr. Plavner's office at (410) 757-7600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Victor Plavner have?

    Dr. Victor Plavner is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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