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36 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gough, Family Medicine Specialist in Walkersville, MD?
Dr. Richard Gough, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Walkersville, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Gough graduated from University of Maryland School of Medicine and completed his residency at Washington Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Gough is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gough’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gough’s office at (301) 845-6336.
Where did Dr. Gough go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Washington Hosp, Family Medicine | Washington Hospital Center Program
Medical School: University of Md Sch of Med, Baltimore Md | University of Maryland School of Medicine
Is Dr. Gough board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Gough, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Gough speak?
Dr. Gough and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gough typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Gough 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. Gough. 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:
- 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:
- High Fasting Blood Sugar
- Blood Glucose
- Impaired Fasting Glucose
- Prediabetes (Fasting)
- Borderline Diabetes (Fasting)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7301: Impaired fasting glucose
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:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gough typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Gough 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. Gough. 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:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
- Skin Conditions
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Actinic Keratosis Treatment
- Premalignant Lesion Destruction
- Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions
- 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
- 17003: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); second through 14 lesions, each (List separately in addition to code for first lesion)
Also known as:
- Skin Biopsy (Punch)
- Skin Biopsy
- Punch Biopsy
- Skin Lesion Biopsy
- Dermal Punch Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11104: Punch biopsy of skin (including simple closure, when performed); single lesion
Does Dr. Gough accept my insurance?
Dr. Gough accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 845-6336 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gough accept in Walkersville, MD?
Dr. Gough in Walkersville, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gough's office located?
Dr. Richard Gough's Primary Practice
19 W Frederick St
Walkersville, MD 21793
(301) 845-6336
What is Dr. Gough's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gough's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346223955.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gough?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gough
What is Dr. Richard Gough's specialty?
Dr. Gough is a Family Medicine Specialist near Walkersville, 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. Richard Gough affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gough is affiliated with Frederick Health Hospital, Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical 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 Richard Gough accepting new patients in Walkersville, MD?
Yes, Dr. Richard Gough is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Gough offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gough's office at (301) 845-6336 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Gough?
Please contact Dr. Gough's office at (301) 845-6336 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Gough have?
Dr. Richard Gough is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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