Summary

Dr. Helen Norwood specializes in internal medicine, providing comprehensive care for adult patients with a wide range of health conditions. She earned her medical degree from Howard University Medical School and completed her residency training at both Howard University Hospital and Good Samaritan Hospital in 2002. Dr. Norwood holds board certification in internal medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine and communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Norwood practices at MedStar Health Primary Care at Brandywine and is affiliated with MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center in Brandywine, Maryland. She focuses on managing high blood pressure and treating hypertensive emergencies. Her practice includes administering preventive vaccines such as flu shots, pneumococcal vaccines, and COVID-19 boosters. Patients give her an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 47 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Howard University Hosptial
  • 50 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

MedStar Health Primary Care at Brandywine

13950 Brandywine Road Suite 125Brandywine, MD 20613
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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Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
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4.4 
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30 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish, Farsi Speaks English Speaks English, Hindi, Urdu, Punjabi
Brandywine , MDAnnandale , VABowie , MDChantilly , VA
Med School: Howard University Medical School Med School: Kwame Nkrumah University Of Science & Technology School Of Medical Sciences Med School: Ross University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Helen Norwood

  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - PPO
  • AmeriGroup
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Federal Employees Program
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Capital Health Plan
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - Federal Employees Program
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - HMO
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield - Medicare
  • Cigna
  • EmblemHealth
  • GEHA
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Johns Hopkins Employer Health Programs
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • MedStar Family Choice
  • MedStar Family Choice - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • Priority Partners
  • Priority Partners - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Riverside Health
  • Stanford Health Care Advantage
  • State Farm
  • Tricare
  • United Behavioral Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • Zenith

Medical Specialties

Helen Norwood has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Helen Norwood has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Chest Pain
  • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
  • Meningitis
  • Pneumonia

Certifications, License, & Education

Helen Norwood holds expired and active medical licenses in the states of Virginia and Maryland. 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 Virginia that expired in 2026 and an active medical license in the state of Maryland that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Howard University Hosptial in 2002 and Good Samaritan Hospital in 2002.

Medical School

Graduated from Howard University Medical School.

NPI Number

Helen Norwood's NPI number is 1225228869.

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Is Helen Norwood accepting new patients?
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Where is Helen Norwood's office located?
Helen Norwood's office is located at 13950 Brandywine Road Suite 125, Brandywine, MD, 20613.
Does Helen Norwood accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Helen Norwood has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Helen Norwood affiliated with?
Helen Norwood is affiliated with Medstar Southern Maryland Hospital Center.

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