Summary

Dr. Ira Berger is a pulmonologist specializing in critical care medicine and internal medicine with 43 years of clinical experience. He completed his medical education at SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine, building expertise in treating complex respiratory conditions and providing intensive care for critically ill patients. Dr. Berger speaks English and brings more than four decades of experience to his practice.

Dr. Berger practices at Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center in Rockville, Maryland. He treats patients with conditions such as chronic kidney disease and vertigo, while also addressing mobility issues like limping. His practice includes services like depression screening and coordinating physical therapy programs. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 on Vitals, reflecting his commitment to quality care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 43 years of experience
  • 58 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine
  • 1 written review
  • 3 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Ira Lawrence Berger has 2 locations

Rockville Internal Medicine Group

1201 Seven Locks Rd Ste 111Rockville, MD 20854
Mon7:15 am - 4:30 pm
Tue7:15 am - 4:30 pm
Wed7:15 am - 4:30 pm
Thu7:15 am - 4:30 pm
Fri7:15 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Ira Lawrence Berger, MDDr. Naveed Hasan, MD FCCP, MDDr. Lisa Kathleen Fitzpatrick, MDDr. Devasena Gnanashanmugam, MD
PulmonologyPulmonologyInfectious DiseasePediatrics
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.3 
4.2 
43 Years of Experience 20 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Urdu, Punjabi, Hindi
Rockville , MDNewark , DEWashington , DCPalo Alto , CA
Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine Med School: King Edward Medical University Med School: University Of Missouri-Kansas City School Of Medicine Med School: M S Ramaiah Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ira Lawrence Berger

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Allegiance Life and Health
  • APWU
  • Assurant Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Federal Employees Program
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - Federal Employees Program
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - HMO
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • CareSource
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • GEHA
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Golden Rule
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - PPO
  • Johns Hopkins Employer Health Programs
  • Johns Hopkins Employer Health Programs - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Johns Hopkins Employer Health Programs - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha - Medicare
  • Priority Partners
  • Priority Partners - HMO
  • Priority Partners - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Riverside Health
  • Riverside Health - HMO
  • Riverside Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • State Farm
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • University of Maryland Health Partners

Medical Specialties

Dr. Ira Lawrence Berger has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Ira Lawrence Berger has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Angiographic Visualization
  • Asthma
  • Chest Infection
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
  • Critical Care Medicine
  • Emphysema
  • Internal Medicine
  • Pneumonia
  • Tuberculosis (TB)

Certifications, License, & Education

43 Years Experience

Dr. Ira Lawrence Berger holds an active medical license in the state of Maryland.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Maryland that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine in 1987 and Tufts University School Of Medicine in 1983.

NPI Number

Dr. Berger's NPI number is 1013913284.

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Is Dr. Ira Berger accepting new patients?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Ira Berger affiliated with?
Dr. Ira Berger is affiliated with Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center.
Where is Dr. Ira Berger's office located?
Dr. Ira Berger's office is located at 1201 Seven Locks Rd Ste 111, Rockville, MD, 20854.
Does Dr. Ira Berger accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Ira Berger has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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