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41 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Underwood, Internist in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Patricia Underwood, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 41 years and is board certified. Dr. Underwood graduated from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Union Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Underwood is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Underwood’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Underwood’s office at (410) 889-3060.
Where did Dr. Underwood go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Union Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine | Union Memorial Hospital Program
Medical School: Johns Hopkins Univ Sch of Med, Baltimore Md | Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Underwood board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Patricia Underwood, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Underwood speak?
Dr. Underwood and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Underwood typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Underwood 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. Underwood. 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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
Also known as:
- Diabetes Screening
- Health Screening
- Blood Sugar Test
- Diabetes Mellitus Screening
- Glucose Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z131: Encounter for screening for diabetes mellitus
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:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Underwood typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Patricia Underwood 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
Please contact Dr. Underwood's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Underwood accept my insurance?
Dr. Underwood accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 889-3060 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Underwood accept in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Underwood in Baltimore, 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
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
Medicare
MedStar Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Underwood's office located?
Dr. Patricia Underwood's Primary Practice
3414 Saint Paul St
Baltimore, MD 21218
(410) 889-3060
What is Dr. Underwood's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Underwood's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730175886.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Underwood?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Underwood
What is Dr. Patricia Underwood's specialty?
Dr. Underwood is a Internist near Baltimore, MD.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Patricia Underwood affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Underwood is affiliated with Medstar Union Memorial Hospital 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Patricia Underwood accepting new patients in Baltimore, MD?
Yes, Dr. Patricia Underwood is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Patricia Underwood offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Underwood's office at (410) 889-3060 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Patricia Underwood?
Please contact Dr. Underwood's office at (410) 889-3060 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Patricia Underwood have?
Dr. Patricia Underwood is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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