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Dr. Anita Gangar, DO

Family Medicine Specialist

Takoma Park, MD

23 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gangar, Family Medicine Specialist in Takoma Park, MD?

    Dr. Anita Gangar, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Takoma Park, MD with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Gangar graduated from University Of North Texas Health Science Center Texas College Of Osteopathic Medicine, University Of North. Dr. Gangar is fluent in English, Gujarati, Hindi, Icelandic, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gangar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gangar’s office at (301) 431-2972.

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

    • Medical School: University Of North Texas Health Science Center Texas College Of Osteopath | University Of North Texas Health Science Center Texas College Of Osteopathic Medicine, University Of North

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

    Yes, Dr. Anita Gangar, DO is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Gangar speak?

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

    • English
    • Gujarati
    • Hindi
    • Icelandic
    • Spanish

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

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

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • 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:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Anita Gangar may include:

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

    Does Dr. Gangar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gangar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 431-2972 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gangar accept in Takoma Park, MD?

    Dr. Gangar in Takoma Park, MD 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)

    • Johns Hopkins Health System

    • Maryland Physicians Care

    • Medicare

    • MedStar Health

    • Riverside Health

    • State of Maryland

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Gangar's office located?

    Dr. Anita Gangar's Primary Practice

    7676 New Hampshire Ave Ste 220A

    Takoma Park, MD 20912

    (301) 431-2972

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    Dr. Anita Gangar's Practice 2

    8630 Fenton St

    Silver Spring, MD 20910

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

    Dr. Gangar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831122969.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gangar?

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

    What is Dr. Anita Gangar's specialty?

    Dr. Gangar is a Family Medicine Specialist near Takoma Park, 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 Dr. Anita Gangar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gangar is affiliated with Adventist Healthcare White Oak Medical Center, Holy Cross Hospital - Silver Spring, Luminis Health Doctors Community Medical Center, Medstar Montgomery Medical Center, Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Frederick Health 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

    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 Dr. Anita Gangar accepting new patients in Takoma Park, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Anita Gangar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Anita Gangar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gangar's office at (301) 431-2972 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Anita Gangar?

    Please contact Dr. Gangar's office at (301) 431-2972 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Gangar's office located?

    Dr. Gangar's offices are located in Takoma Park, MD and Silver Spring, MD.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Anita Gangar have?

    Dr. Anita Gangar is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.