23 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hales, Critical Care Internist in Lanham, MD?
Dr. Jeff Hales, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Lanham, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Hales graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine; Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Hales is fluent in English, Russian, Spanish, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hales’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hales’s office at (703) 521-6662.
Where did Dr. Hales go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine; Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Johns Hopkins University School Med | University of Oklahoma College of Medicine Program
Medical School: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine | Vanderbilt University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Hales board certified as a Critical Care Internist?
Yes, Dr. Jeff Hales, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hales speak?
Dr. Hales and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
Spanish
Tagalog
What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Hales typically treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Hales 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. Hales. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure
- Acute and Chronic Breathing Failure
- Unspecified Respiratory Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9620: Acute and chronic respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Hales typically perform?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Hales 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. Hales. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
Also known as:
- Fluid Removal from Lung Area with Imaging Guidance
- Thoracentesis
- Pleural Fluid Aspiration
- Lung Tap
- Fluid Drainage from Chest
CPT Codes:
- 32555: Thoracentesis, needle or catheter, aspiration of the pleural space; with imaging guidance
Also known as:
- Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy
- Biopsy
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Transbronchial Biopsy
- Bronchoscopic Lung Biopsy
- Lung Tissue Sample via Scope
CPT Codes:
- 31628: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial lung biopsy(s), single lobe
Does Dr. Hales accept my insurance?
Dr. Hales accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (703) 521-6662 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hales accept in Lanham, MD?
Dr. Hales in Lanham, 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
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hales' office located?
Dr. Jeff Hales' Primary Practice
9470 Annapolis Rd Ste 309
Lanham, MD 20706
(703) 521-6662
What is Dr. Hales's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hales's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457344764.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hales?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hales
What is Dr. Jeff Hales's specialty?
Dr. Hales is a Critical Care Internist near Lanham, MD.
What does a Critical Care Internist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.
Is this Dr. Jeff Hales affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hales is affiliated with Vhc Health - Virginia Hospital Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Critical Care Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Jeff Hales accepting new patients in Lanham, MD?
Yes, Dr. Jeff Hales is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jeff Hales offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hales's office at (703) 521-6662 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jeff Hales?
Please contact Dr. Hales's office at (703) 521-6662 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jeff Hales have?
Dr. Jeff Hales is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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