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Dr. Joseph Ashwal, MD
Frederick, MD
42 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ashwal, Family Medicine Specialist in Frederick, MD?
Dr. Joseph Ashwal, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Frederick, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 42 years and is board certified. Dr. Ashwal graduated from Wake Forest University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Carilion Hlth Sys, Family Medicine. Dr. Ashwal is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ashwal’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ashwal’s office at (301) 694-3111.
Where did Dr. Ashwal go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Carilion Hlth Sys, Family Medicine | Roanoke Meml Hosps | OMNEE/Carilion Clinic Program
Medical School: Wake Forest University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Ashwal board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Ashwal, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ashwal speak?
Dr. Ashwal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ashwal typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ashwal 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. Ashwal. 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:
- Sore Throat
- Strep Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Chronic Rhinitis
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Chronic runny nose
- Persistent nasal inflammation
- Long-term stuffy nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- J310: Chronic rhinitis
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- ADD
- Inattentive ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F900: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive type
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ashwal typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Ashwal may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Ashwal's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ashwal accept my insurance?
Dr. Ashwal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 694-3111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ashwal accept in Frederick, MD?
Dr. Ashwal in Frederick, 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)
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ashwal's office located?
Dr. Joseph Ashwal's Primary Practice
56 Thomas Johnson Dr
Frederick, MD 21702
(301) 694-3111
What is Dr. Ashwal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ashwal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508840026.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ashwal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ashwal
What is Dr. Joseph Ashwal's specialty?
Dr. Ashwal is a Family Medicine Specialist near Frederick, 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. Joseph Ashwal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ashwal is affiliated with Inova Fairfax 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
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Is Joseph Ashwal accepting new patients in Frederick, MD?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Ashwal is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Ashwal offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ashwal's office at (301) 694-3111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Ashwal?
Please contact Dr. Ashwal's office at (301) 694-3111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Ashwal have?
Dr. Joseph Ashwal is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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