Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tweedt, Surgeon in Olney, MD?
Where did Dr. Tweedt go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Doctors Hosp North-Core, General Surgery
Medical School: Philadelphia Coll of Osteo Med, Philadelphia Pa
What languages does Dr. Tweedt speak?
Dr. Tweedt and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Tweedt typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Tweedt 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. Tweedt. 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:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Umbilical Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
- Long-term gallbladder inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Tweedt typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Tweedt 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. Tweedt. 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:
- Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
- Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
- Abdominal Hernia Repair with Mesh
- Inguinal Hernia Repair (Adults and Children 5+)
- Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Hernioplasty
- Ventral hernia repair
- Umbilical hernia surgery
- Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
- Incisional hernia repair
- Ventral Hernia Repair
- Umbilical Hernia Repair
- Incisional Hernia Repair
- Epigastric Hernia Surgery
- Groin Hernia Surgery
- Reducible Inguinal Hernia Repair
- First Inguinal Hernia Fix
- Adult Inguinal Hernia Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia
- 49591: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, reducible
- 49593: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); 3 cm to 10 cm, reducible
- 49505: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 years or older; reducible
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Also known as:
- Small Soft Tissue Tumor Removal (Back/Flank)
- Back Lump Excision
- Flank Tumor Surgery
- Subcutaneous Mass Removal
CPT Codes:
- 21930: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of back or flank, subcutaneous; less than 3 cm
Does Dr. Tweedt accept my insurance?
Dr. Tweedt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 774-7874 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tweedt accept in Olney, MD?
Dr. Tweedt in Olney, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Maryland
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Tweedt's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Tweedt affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Tweedt has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
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Dr. Tweedt has appointments available at his Olney, MD office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Tweedt's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tweedt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497746275.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tweedt?
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