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24 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Jefferson, Internist in Waldorf, MD?
Dr. Linda Jefferson, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Waldorf, MD with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Jefferson graduated from Howard Univ College of Medicine and completed her residency at Prince George'S Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Jefferson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jefferson’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jefferson’s office at (301) 374-9300.
Where did Dr. Jefferson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Prince George'S Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine | Prince George's Hospital Center Program
Medical School: Howard University Medical School | Howard Univ College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Jefferson speak?
Dr. Jefferson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Jefferson treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Jefferson 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. Jefferson. 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.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Vertebrogenic Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- vertebral low back pain
- spine-related low back pain
- discogenic low back pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5451: Vertebrogenic low back pain
Which procedures does Dr. Jefferson perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Linda Jefferson may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Jefferson's office.
Does Dr. Jefferson accept my insurance?
Dr. Jefferson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 374-9300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Jefferson accept in Waldorf, MD?
Dr. Jefferson in Waldorf, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
Federal Employee Program
Medicare
RiverSpring Health
State of Maryland
State of Tennessee
Sunrise Senior Living
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Jefferson's office located?
Dr. Linda Jefferson's Primary Practice
2670 Crain Hwy Ste 410
Waldorf, MD 20601
(301) 374-9300
What is Dr. Jefferson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Jefferson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164415832.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jefferson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Jefferson
What is Dr. Linda Jefferson's specialty?
Dr. Jefferson is a Internist near Waldorf, MD.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Jefferson to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Linda Jefferson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Jefferson is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Medstar Georgetown University Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Linda Jefferson accepting new patients in Waldorf, MD?
Yes, Dr. Linda Jefferson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Linda Jefferson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Jefferson's office at (301) 374-9300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Linda Jefferson?
Please contact Dr. Jefferson's office at (301) 374-9300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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