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Dr. Octavius Polk Jr, MD

Pulmonary Disease*
5.0 (2)
Map Pin Small Oxon Hill, MD
Accepting new patients
46 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Octavius Polk Jr, MD

Dr. Octavius Polk Jr, MD is a Pulmonologist in Oxon Hill, MD. They specialize in Pulmonary Disease, has 46 years of experience, and is board certified in Critical Care Medicine. They graduated from University of Mississippi School of Medicine and is affiliated with University of Maryland Capital Region Medical Center. Dr. Polk Jr, completed a residency at Howard University Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Polk Jr an average 5.0 star rating.

Dr. Polk Jr works at UM Capital Region Medical Group in Oxon Hill, MD. They frequently treat conditions like Shortness of Breath, Sarcoidosis and Pulmonary Embolism along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Polk Jr's Office Locations

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    251 National Harbor Blvd Fl 5, Oxon Hill, MD 20745 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (301) 618-2273

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  • University of Maryland Capital Region Medical Center

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Primary Pulmonary Hypertension
Pulmonary Edema
Rheumatoid Lung Disease
Secondary Malignancies
Swine Flu
Systemic Sclerosis
Thyroid Cancer
Traumatic Brain Injury
Wheezing
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Bronchoscopy
Bronchoscopy with Robotic Assist
Closed Endoscopic Biopsy of Bronchus With Robotic Assistance
Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP)
Non-Invasive Mechanical Ventilation
Pulmonary Rehabilitation Services
Respiratory Management
Thoracentesis
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    Specialties*
    • Pulmonary Disease

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    Years of Experience
    • 46 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1144231374
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • howard university hospital|MD Inst Emer Med Surg
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Howard University Hospital
    Residency
    Internship
    • Howard University Hospital
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • University of Mississippi School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Critical Care Medicine, Internal Medicine and Pulmonary Disease
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    Dr. Octavius Polk Jr, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Polk Jr is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

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    Dr. Polk Jr works at UM Capital Region Medical Group in Oxon Hill, MD. View the full address on Dr. Polk Jr’s profile.

    Dr. Polk Jr has seen patients for Shortness of Breath, Sarcoidosis and Pulmonary Embolism, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Polk Jr on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    2 patients have reviewed Dr. Polk Jr. The overall rating for this provider is 5.0. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Polk Jr.

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