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Dr. Byron Cooper, MD

Dr. Byron Cooper, MD

Washington, DC

46 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cooper, Pulmonologist in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Byron Cooper, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 46 years and is board certified. Dr. Cooper graduated from Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis and completed his residency at Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, Pulmonary Diseases; Nyu Hospitals Center, Internal Medicine. Dr. Cooper is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cooper’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cooper’s office at (202) 833-3000.

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

    • Fellowship: Barnes Jewish Hospital

    • Residency: Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, Pulmonary Diseases; Nyu Hospitals Center, Internal Medicine | Barnes-Jewish Hospital | Jewish Hospital of Cincinnati Program

    • Medical School: Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis | Washington Center / School of Medicine | Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis

    Is Dr. Cooper board certified as a Pulmonologist?

    Yes, Dr. Byron Cooper, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Cooper speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Cooper treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Cooper 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. Cooper. 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:

    • Mild Persistent Asthma
    • Moderate Persistent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Severe Persistent Asthma
    • Mild Intermittent Asthma
    • Ongoing Mild Asthma
    • Regular Mild Asthma
    • Chronic Mild Asthma
    • Ongoing Moderate Asthma
    • Regular Moderate Asthma
    • Chronic Moderate Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma
    • Chronic Severe Asthma
    • Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
    • Severe Asthma
    • Occasional Asthma
    • Mild Asthma Attacks
    • Infrequent Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Cough
    • Cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath
    • R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Lung Disease
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • History of Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis
    • Past Lung Infection
    • Previous Pneumonia
    • Recurrent Pneumonia History

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
    • Z8701: Personal history of pneumonia (recurrent)

    Also known as:

    • Interstitial Lung Disease
    • ILD
    • Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Bronchiectasis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Damaged Airways
    • Chronic Bronchial Dilation
    • Lung Airway Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Does Dr. Cooper accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cooper accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 833-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cooper accept in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Cooper in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Chevron

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Gordon Food Service

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Cooper's office located?

    Dr. Byron Cooper's Primary Practice

    4910 Massachusetts Ave NW Ste 114 Ofc

    Washington, DC 20016

    (202) 833-3000

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    Dr. Byron Cooper's Practice 2

    2440 M St NW Ste 810

    Washington, DC 20037

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    Dr. Byron Cooper's Practice 3

    1201 Seven Locks Rd Ste 111

    Rockville, MD 20854

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    Recognitions

    Awards

    **A 2014 Washingtonian Top Doc

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

    Dr. Cooper's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164484341.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cooper?

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

    What is Dr. Byron Cooper's specialty?

    Dr. Cooper is a Pulmonologist near Washington, DC. An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders. Contact Dr. Cooper to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Byron Cooper affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Cooper is affiliated with MedStar Washington Hospital Center, Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center, MedStar Montgomery Medical Center, Frederick Health Hospital, Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center, Adventist HealthCare White Oak 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 Byron Cooper accepting new patients in Washington, DC?

    Yes, Dr. Byron Cooper is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Byron Cooper offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cooper's office at (202) 833-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Byron Cooper?

    Please contact Dr. Cooper's office at (202) 833-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Byron Cooper have?

    Dr. Byron Cooper is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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