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Dr. Margaret Baumgarten, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Portsmouth, VA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Baumgarten, Family Medicine Specialist in Portsmouth, VA?

    Dr. Margaret Baumgarten, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Portsmouth, VA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Baumgarten graduated from Kazakh-Russian Medical University and completed her residency at Eastern Va Med Sch, Family Medicine; Henry Ford Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Baumgarten is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Baumgarten’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Baumgarten’s office at (757) 397-6344.

    Where did Dr. Baumgarten go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Eastern Va Med Sch, Family Medicine; Henry Ford Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Henry Ford Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Second Moscow Med Inst, Russian State Med University, Moscow, Russia | Kazakh-Russian Medical University

    Is Dr. Baumgarten board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Margaret Baumgarten, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Baumgarten speak?

    Dr. Baumgarten and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Russian

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Baumgarten typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Baumgarten 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. Baumgarten. 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 Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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

    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:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Baumgarten typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Margaret Baumgarten may include:

    Please contact Dr. Baumgarten's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Baumgarten accept my insurance?

    Dr. Baumgarten accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 397-6344 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Baumgarten accept in Portsmouth, VA?

    Dr. Baumgarten in Portsmouth, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • State of Virginia

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Baumgarten's office located?

    Dr. Margaret Baumgarten's Primary Practice

    3640 High St Ste 3B

    Portsmouth, VA 23707

    (757) 397-6344

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    Dr. Margaret Baumgarten's Practice 2

    825 Fairfax Ave

    Norfolk, VA 23507

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    What is Dr. Baumgarten's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Baumgarten's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023096559.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Baumgarten?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Baumgarten

    What is Dr. Margaret Baumgarten's specialty?

    Dr. Baumgarten is a Family Medicine Specialist near Portsmouth, VA.

    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 Dr. Margaret Baumgarten affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Baumgarten is affiliated with Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Sentara Obici Hospital, Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center, Sentara Careplex Hospital, Sentara Leigh Hospital 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Margaret Baumgarten accepting new patients in Portsmouth, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Margaret Baumgarten is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Margaret Baumgarten offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Baumgarten's office at (757) 397-6344 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Margaret Baumgarten?

    Please contact Dr. Baumgarten's office at (757) 397-6344 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Baumgarten's office located?

    Dr. Baumgarten's offices are located in Portsmouth, VA and Norfolk, VA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Margaret Baumgarten have?

    Dr. Margaret Baumgarten is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.