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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Teufel, Internist in Washington, DC?
Dr. Karolyn Teufel, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC. She is board certified. Dr. Teufel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Teufel’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Teufel’s office at (202) 715-4871.
Is Dr. Teufel board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Karolyn Teufel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Teufel speak?
Dr. Teufel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Teufel typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Teufel 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. Teufel. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Anemia from Sudden Blood Loss
- Anemia
- Acute Blood Loss Anemia
- Post-Hemorrhagic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D62: Acute posthemorrhagic anemia
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Teufel typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Karolyn Teufel may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Teufel's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Teufel accept my insurance?
Dr. Teufel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 715-4871 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Teufel accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Teufel in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
District of Columbia
Humana
Johns Hopkins Health System
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Teufel's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Teufel affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Teufel has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
George Washington University Hospital,Washington, DC
Ranked Cancer Surgery
Ranked Mastectomy
George Washington University Hospital,Washington, DC
Ranked Cancer Surgery
Ranked Mastectomy
Calverthealth Medical Center,Prince Frederick, MDRanked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked C-section surgery
Calverthealth Medical Center,Prince Frederick, MD
Ranked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked C-section surgery
Medstar Washington Hospital Center,Washington, DCRanked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 8 Procedures
Medstar Washington Hospital Center,Washington, DC
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 8 Procedures
Luminis Health Doctors Community Medical Center,Lanham, MDRanked Cancer Surgery
Ranked Mastectomy
Luminis Health Doctors Community Medical Center,Lanham, MD
Ranked Cancer Surgery
Ranked Mastectomy
What is Dr. Teufel's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Teufel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790759264.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Teufel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Teufel
What is Dr. Karolyn Teufel's specialty?
Dr. Teufel is an Internist near Washington, DC.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is Dr. Karolyn Teufel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Teufel is affiliated with George Washington University Hospital, Calverthealth Medical Center, Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Luminis Health Doctors Community 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
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Is Dr. Karolyn Teufel accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Karolyn Teufel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karolyn Teufel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Teufel's office at (202) 715-4871 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Karolyn Teufel?
Please contact Dr. Teufel's office at (202) 715-4871 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Teufel's office located?
Dr. Teufel's office is located in Washington, DC.
Which board certifications does Dr. Karolyn Teufel have?
Dr. Karolyn Teufel is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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