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18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Hayford, Internist in Bethesda, MD?
Dr. Kweku Hayford, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Bethesda, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Hayford completed his residency at Johns Hopkins University / Sinai Hospital. Dr. Hayford is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hayford’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hayford’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Hayford?
Dr. Kweku Hayford, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Hayford empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Chronic Disease Management, Primary Care, Weight Management, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Bethesda, MD community, Dr. Hayford is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Hayford go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Johns Hopkins University / Sinai Hospital
Is Dr. Hayford board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Kweku Hayford, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hayford speak?
Dr. Hayford and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Hayford typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Hayford 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. Hayford. 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:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- COVID-19 Testing
- Coronavirus Test
- SARS-CoV-2 Test
- COVID Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1152: Encounter for screening for COVID-19
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Hayford typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Kweku Hayford 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. Hayford's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hayford accept my insurance?
Dr. Hayford accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hayford accept in Bethesda, MD?
Dr. Hayford in Bethesda, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Allegiance Benefit Plan Management
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hayford's office located?
What is Dr. Hayford's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hayford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205895802.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hayford?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hayford
What is Dr. Kweku Hayford's specialty?
Dr. Hayford is a Internist near Bethesda, MD.
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 this Dr. Kweku Hayford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Hayford is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kweku Hayford accepting new patients in Bethesda, MD?
Yes, Dr. Kweku Hayford is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kweku Hayford offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hayford's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kweku Hayford?
Please contact Dr. Hayford's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kweku Hayford have?
Dr. Kweku Hayford is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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