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41 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Covarrubias Ponce, Family Medicine Specialist in Silver Spring, MD?
Dr. Carlos Covarrubias Ponce, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Silver Spring, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 41 years and is board certified. Dr. Covarrubias Ponce is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Covarrubias Ponce’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Covarrubias Ponce’s office at (301) 589-9480.
Is Dr. Covarrubias Ponce board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Carlos Covarrubias Ponce, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Covarrubias Ponce speak?
Dr. Covarrubias Ponce and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Covarrubias Ponce typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Covarrubias Ponce 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. Covarrubias Ponce. 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:
- 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
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, 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
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Covarrubias Ponce typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Carlos Covarrubias Ponce may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Covarrubias Ponce's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Covarrubias Ponce accept my insurance?
Dr. Covarrubias Ponce accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 589-9480 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Covarrubias Ponce accept in Silver Spring, MD?
Dr. Covarrubias Ponce in Silver Spring, 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
Maryland Physicians Care
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
WebTPA
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Where is Dr. Covarrubias Ponce's office located?
Dr. Carlos Covarrubias Ponce's Primary Practice
8121 Georgia Ave Ste 405
Silver Spring, MD 20910
(301) 589-9480
What is Dr. Covarrubias Ponce's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Covarrubias Ponce's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306839469.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Covarrubias Ponce?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Covarrubias Ponce
What is Dr. Carlos Covarrubias Ponce's specialty?
Dr. Covarrubias Ponce is a Family Medicine Specialist near Silver Spring, 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. Carlos Covarrubias Ponce affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Covarrubias Ponce is affiliated with Adventist Healthcare White Oak Medical Center, Medstar Montgomery Medical Center, Medstar Washington Hospital 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Carlos Covarrubias Ponce accepting new patients in Silver Spring, MD?
Yes, Dr. Carlos Covarrubias Ponce is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Carlos Covarrubias Ponce offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Covarrubias Ponce's office at (301) 589-9480 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Carlos Covarrubias Ponce?
Please contact Dr. Covarrubias Ponce's office at (301) 589-9480 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Carlos Covarrubias Ponce have?
Dr. Carlos Covarrubias Ponce is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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