43 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Apostolides, Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. George Apostolides, MD is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 43 years and is board certified by the American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery. Dr. Apostolides graduated from Govt. Dental College, Bangalore University, India and completed his residency at St Agnes Hospital. Dr. Apostolides is fluent in English, Arabic, and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Apostolides’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Apostolides’s office at (410) 494-1192.
Where did Dr. Apostolides go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Agnes Hospital | University of Maryland Program
Medical School: Saint Josephs University | Faculte Francaise De Medecine Et De Pharmacie | Govt. Dental College, Bangalore University, India
Is Dr. Apostolides board certified in Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?
Yes, Dr. George Apostolides, MD is board certified by the American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery
What languages does Dr. Apostolides speak?
Dr. Apostolides and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
French
What conditions does Dr. Apostolides treat?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Apostolides 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. Apostolides. 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- First Degree Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoids
- Perianal Blood Clot
- Second Degree Hemorrhoids
- Third Degree Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoidal Skin Tags
- Anal Disorder
- Internal hemorrhoids
- Grade 1 hemorrhoids
- Mild hemorrhoids
- Piles
- Anal veins
- Swollen rectal veins
- Thrombosed Hemorrhoid
- External Hemorrhoid Clot
- Blood Clot near Anus
- Internal hemorrhoids that prolapse
- Grade 2 hemorrhoids
- Moderate hemorrhoids
- Prolapsed hemorrhoids
- Grade 3 hemorrhoids
- Severe hemorrhoids
- Anal skin tags
- Perianal skin tags
- Leftover hemorrhoid skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- K640: First degree hemorrhoids
- K648: Other hemorrhoids
- K645: Perianal venous thrombosis
- K641: Second degree hemorrhoids
- K642: Third degree hemorrhoids
- K644: Residual hemorrhoidal skin tags
Also known as:
- Rectal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Anal Bleeding
- Blood in Stool
- Lower GI Bleed
ICD-10 Codes:
- K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Anal Fistula
- Anal Disorder
- Fistulas
- Perianal Fistula
- Fistula-in-Ano
- Abnormal Anal Tract
ICD-10 Codes:
- K603: Anal fistula
Also known as:
- Complete Bowel Incontinence
- Bowel Incontinence
- Full fecal incontinence
- Total loss of bowel control
- Severe accidental bowel leakage
ICD-10 Codes:
- R159: Full incontinence of feces
Also known as:
- Pilonidal Cyst
- Tailbone Disorder
- Sacrococcygeal cyst
- Pilonidal sinus
- Tailbone cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- L0591: Pilonidal cyst without abscess
Also known as:
- Anal Fissure
- Anal Disorder
- Rectal Tear
- Fissure in Anus
- Perianal Fissure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K602: Anal fissure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Large Intestine Diverticulosis
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Diverticular Disease
- Colon Diverticula
- Pockets in the Colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5730: Diverticulosis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- C187: Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
Which procedures does Dr. Apostolides perform as a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), procedures performed by a Dr. George Apostolides may include:
- Abdominal Colorectal Surgery
- Anal Pap Smear
- Anoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Colorectal Surgeon Consultation
- Colorectal Surgeon Follow Up
- Colorectal Surgery
- Colorectal Surgery Second Opinion
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Apostolides' office.
Does Dr. Apostolides accept my insurance?
Dr. Apostolides accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 494-1192 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Apostolides accept in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Apostolides in Baltimore, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
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Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Federal Employee Program
Medicaid
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Apostolides' office located?
Dr. George Apostolides' Primary Practice
6565 N Charles St # 102
Baltimore, MD 21204
(410) 494-1192
Dr. George Apostolides' Practice 2
6535 N Charles St Ste 445
Towson, MD 21204
(410) 494-1191
What is Dr. Apostolides's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Apostolides's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972570158.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Apostolides?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Apostolides
What is Dr. George Apostolides's specialty?
Dr. Apostolides is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) near Baltimore, MD. A colon and rectal surgeon possesses the expertise to diagnose and treat a variety of ailments affecting the intestinal tract, including the colon, rectum, anal canal, and perianal area, through both medical and surgical interventions. Furthermore, this professional also engages with other organs and tissues, including the liver, urinary system, and female reproductive system, that are relevant to primary intestinal disorders. Contact Dr. Apostolides to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. George Apostolides affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Apostolides is affiliated with Greater Baltimore Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?
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Is George Apostolides accepting new patients in Baltimore, MD?
Yes, Dr. George Apostolides is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. George Apostolides offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Apostolides's office at (410) 494-1192 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with George Apostolides?
Please contact Dr. Apostolides's office at (410) 494-1192 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. George Apostolides have?
Dr. George Apostolides is certified by the American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery.
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