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21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Washington, Family Medicine Specialist in Norfolk, VA?
Dr. Karen Washington, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Norfolk, VA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Washington graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Eastern Virginia Medical School Program. Dr. Washington is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Washington’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Washington’s office at (757) 874-8400.
Where did Dr. Washington go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Eastern Virginia Medical School Program
Medical School: Georgetown University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Washington board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Karen Washington, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Washington speak?
Dr. Washington and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Washington treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Washington 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. Washington. 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.
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
- Mammography
- Inconclusive mammogram
- Unclear breast scan results
- Abnormal breast scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast
Also known as:
- Cholera
- Asiatic cholera
- Epidemic cholera
- Vibrio cholerae infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A000: Cholera due to Vibrio cholerae 01, biovar cholerae
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
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:
- 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Which procedures does Dr. Washington perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Karen Washington may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Washington's office.
Does Dr. Washington accept my insurance?
Dr. Washington accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 874-8400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Washington accept in Norfolk, VA?
Dr. Washington in Norfolk, VA 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
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Washington's office located?
Dr. Karen Washington's Primary Practice
930 W 21st St Ste 100
Norfolk, VA 23517
(757) 874-8400
Dr. Karen Washington's Practice 3
940 General Booth Blvd Ste A
Virginia Beach, VA 23451
(757) 425-3610
What is Dr. Washington's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Washington's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295709723.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Washington?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Washington
What is Dr. Karen Washington's specialty?
Dr. Washington is a Family Medicine Specialist near Norfolk, VA. 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. Contact Dr. Washington to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Karen Washington affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Washington is affiliated with Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Sentara Leigh Hospital, Sentara Princess Anne Hospital, Chesapeake Regional Medical Center, Sentara Virginia Beach General 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
Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Karen Washington accepting new patients in Norfolk, VA?
Yes, Dr. Karen Washington is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karen Washington offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Washington's office at (757) 874-8400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karen Washington?
Please contact Dr. Washington's office at (757) 874-8400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Karen Washington have?
Dr. Karen Washington is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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