Summary

Dr. Desha Bedford is an internal medicine and pediatrics specialist who earned her medical degree from Howard University College of Medicine. With 31 years of experience in healthcare, she provides comprehensive care for both adult and pediatric patients across a wide range of medical conditions.

Dr. Bedford is affiliated with Carroll Hospital Center and practices at locations in Washington, DC and Frederick, Maryland. She specializes in treating common conditions such as influenza, febrile illnesses, and abdominal pain. Her clinical expertise includes providing emergency care and conducting diagnostic procedures like complete blood counts to help identify and manage various health concerns.

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Quick Facts

  • 31 years of experience
  • 56 insurance plans accepted
  • Howard University College Of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Desha Dewan Bedford has 2 locations

Medstar Washington Hospital Center

110 Irving St NwWashington, DC 20010

Frederick Health Hospital

400 W 7th StFrederick, MD 21701

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Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
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31 Years of Experience 45 Years of Experience 18 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Hindi Speaks Spanish, English
Washington , DCWashington , DCROCKVILLE , MDBethesda , MD
Med School: Howard University College Of Medicine Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania Med School: University Of Pikeville - Kentucky College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Desha Dewan Bedford

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • All Savers Insurance
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriHealth
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Federal Employees Program
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield - Medicare
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Geisinger Health Plan - HMO
  • Humana
  • Jai Medical Systems
  • Johns Hopkins Employer Health Programs
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Maryland Physicians Care
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • MedStar Family Choice
  • MedStar Family Choice - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meridian Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • Optum Health
  • Priority Health
  • Priority Partners
  • Priority Partners - HMO
  • Progressive - POS
  • Riverside Health
  • Riverside Health - HMO
  • State Farm - POS
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Travelers
  • Travelers - POS
  • Travelers - Workers’ Compensation
  • Tricare
  • UniCare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid
  • University of Maryland Health Partners
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • US Family Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Desha Dewan Bedford has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Desha Dewan Bedford has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Pediatrics
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

31 Years Experience

Dr. Desha Dewan Bedford holds an active medical license in the states of Maryland and District Of Columbia.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Maryland that expires in 2026 and an active medical license in the state of District Of Columbia that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Howard University College Of Medicine in 2000 and HOWARD UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF MEDICINE in 1995.

NPI Number

Dr. Bedford's NPI number is 1871571554.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Desha Bedford affiliated with?
Dr. Desha Bedford is affiliated with Carroll Hospital Center.
Does Dr. Desha Bedford accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Desha Bedford accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Desha Bedford accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Desha Bedford has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Desha Bedford?
You can find contact information for Dr. Desha Bedford here on Vitals.
Is Dr. Desha Bedford accepting new patients?
Dr. Desha Bedford has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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