Summary

Dr. Ricardo Caldera treats high cholesterol in children and teens, hypertension, and hyperlipidemia. He has practiced internal medicine for 44 years and is affiliated with Howard University Hospital.

Board-certified in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine, Dr. Caldera completed his residency at Howard University Hospital. He sees patients in Washington, DC. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Caldera 4.25 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 44 years of experience
  • 70 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Howard Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

HU Faculty Practice Plan - Internal Medicine

2041 Georgia Avenue Northwest Tower 5th Floor Suite 5100Washington, DC 20060
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Med School: University Nac Auto De Nicaragua- Fac De Ciencias Med School: Government Medical college Med School: Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine Med School: Bangalore Med Coll Bangalore Univ Bangalore India
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Ricardo Caldera

  • 1199SEIU
  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - EPO
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - POS
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - HMO
  • Allegiance Life and Health
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - HMO
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross - Medicaid
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia
  • Avesis
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Federal Employees Program
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - Federal Employees Program
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - HMO
  • Cigna - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna - POS
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - HMO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - Medicare
  • DC Medicaid - Medicaid
  • DC Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • EHP Significa
  • GEHA
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Maryland Physicians Care
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - HMO
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Workers’ Compensation
  • MedStar Family Choice - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • Providence Health Plans
  • Riverside Health
  • Tricare
  • Trusted Health Plan
  • Trusted Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • United American
  • United Behavioral Health
  • United Behavioral Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthOne

Medical Specialties

Ricardo Caldera has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Ricardo Caldera has the following 6 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

44 Years Experience

Ricardo Caldera holds an expired medical license in the state of District Of Columbia. They are board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of District Of Columbia that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Howard Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine.

Medical School

Graduated from University Nac Auto De Nicaragua- Fac De Ciencias in 1982.

NPI Number

Ricardo Caldera's NPI number is 1053420646.

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What languages does Ricardo Caldera speak?
Ricardo Caldera speaks English.
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Which hospitals is Ricardo Caldera affiliated with?
Ricardo Caldera is affiliated with Howard University Hospital.

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