Andy John Marcelo Cayton Ramos, CRNP| Internal Medicine, Family Medicine | MedStar Health
About me
Areas of clinical interest:
- Chronic disease diagnosis, treatment, and management (diabetes, hypertension)
- Dementia
- Geriatric health
- Preventive medicine
Philosophy of care:
“My philosophy of care is inspired by the health equity framework. I believe that the patient can achieve optimal health if given the opportunity to access the resources needed to achieve physical, social, and physiological wellbeing. I believe in combining evidence-based data and holistic approach to develop the best treatment plan.”
Clinical areas of focus
- Digestive System Symptoms
- High Blood Pressure
- Pediatric Well Visit
- Physical Exams
- Respiratory Disorders
Conditions and procedures
Conditions I treat
- Abdomen, Lower Back, Pelvis, And Genital Injury
- Abdominal Pain
- Abnormal Blood
- Abnormal Blood Glucose Levels
- Abnormal Breathing
- Abnormal Drug Findings In Blood
- Abnormal Function Study Results
- Abnormal Heart Rhythm
- Abnormal Immunological Findings
- Abnormal Lung Imaging Results
- Abnormal Movements
- Abnormal Serum Enzyme Levels
- Abnormal Urine Test Results
- Acute Bronchitis
- Acute Myocardial Infarction
- Acute Pancreatitis
- Acute Sinusitis
- Adrenal Crisis
- Adrenal Gland Disorder
- Allergic Contact Dermatitis
- Allergies
- Anemia
- Angina
- Anus And Rectum Diseases
- Anxiety
- Aphagia And Dysphagia
- Ascites
- Atherosclerosis
- Back Pain
- Bipolar Disorder
- Bladder Disorders
- Bladder Incontinence
- Bleeding Disorders
- Body Region Injury
- Bone Density Disorder
- Bone Disorders
- Breast Lump
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchiolitis
- Bronchitis
- Bursopathy
- Candidiasis
- Cellulitis
- Cellulitis And Lymphangitis
- Central Sleep Apnea
- Chest Pain
- Choledocholithiasis
- Cholestasis
- Chronic Asthma
- Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
- Clotting Disorders
- Cocaine Related Disorders
- Cognitive Function Disorders
- Colitis
- Colon Cancer
- Colon Disease
- Congenital Malformations Of Musculoskeletal System
- Contact With Communicable Diseases
- Convulsions
- Cough
- Crohn's Disease
- Crohn's Disease [Regional Enteritis]
- Cushing Syndrome
- Cutaneous Abscess, Furuncle And Carbuncle
- Cystitis
- Deep Vein Thrombosis
- Dementia
- Depression
- Depressive Episode
- Dermatophytosis (RINGWORM)
- Developmental Delays
- Diabetes Insipidus
- Diabetic Nephropathy
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Digestive System Diseases
- Digestive System Symptoms
- Diseases Of Esophagus
- Diseases Of Lip And Oral Mucosa
- Diseases Of Salivary Glands
- Diseases Of Upper Respiratory Tract
- Disorders Of Fluid, Electrolyte And Acid
- Disorders Of Mineral Metabolism
- Disorders Of Nose And Nasal Sinuses
- Disturbances Of Skin Sensation
- Diverticulitis
- Dizziness And Lightheadedness
- Dorsalgia
- Dorsopathies
- Duodenal Ulcer
- Duodenitis
- Dyslipidemia
- Dyspnea
- Eczema (ATOPIC DERMATITIS)
- Electrolyte Disorders
- Emotional State Symptoms
- Emphysema
- Endocrine Disorders
- Endocrine Hypertension
- Enlarged Prostate
- Epilepsy And Seizures
- External Hemorrhoids
- Extrapyramidal And Movement Disorders
- Eye And Adnexa Disorders
- Eyelid Disorders
- Family History Of Malignant Neoplasm
- Fatigue
- Fever
- Fibromyalgia
- Finger, Hand, And Wrist Open Wound
- Flatulence
- Functional Intestinal Disorders
- Fungal Otitis Externa
- Gait And Balance Problems
- Gallstones
- Gastritis
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) In Children
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Genitourinary Symptoms
- Gestational Edema
- Gout
- Head Injury
- Headache
- Heart Disease
- Hematuria
- Hemorrhagic Conditions
- Hemorrhoids
- Hepatitis
- High Blood Pressure
- High Cholesterol
- Hip And Thigh Tendon Injury
- Hip Pain
- Hordeolum And Chalazion
- Hyperglycemia
- Hypertension
- Hypertension Crisis
- Hyperthyroidism
- Hypoglycemia
- Hypotension
- Inflammatory Spondylopathies
- Influenza
- Influenza Due To Other Identified Influenza Virus
- Intervertebral Disc Disorders
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Ischemic Heart Disease
- Joint Disorder
- Kidney And Ureter Calculus
- Kidney And Ureter Disorders
- Kidney Stones
- Knee And Leg Open Wound
- Knee Pain
- Liver Enzyme Abnormalities
- Liver Failure
- Lower Back Pain
- Lumbar Disc Disease
- Lung Disease
- Malaise And Fatigue
- Malignant Neoplasm
- Malignant Neoplasm Of Meninges
- Mammary Dysplasia
- Mesothelioma
- Middle Ear Disorders
- Migraine
- Mononeuropathy Of Lower Limb
- Mononeuropathy Of Upper Limb
- Multiple Myeloma
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Muscle Disorders
- Myocardial Infarction
- Nail Disorders
- Nervous And Musculoskeletal Symptoms
- Newborn Feeding Problems
- Noninfective Gastroenteritis
- Nonrheumatic Mitral Valve Disease
- Nontoxic Goiter
- Obesity
- Obstructive And Reflux Uropathy
- Ocular Myasthenia Gravis
- Osteoarthritis
- Osteoporosis
- Pain In Throat And Chest
- Pancreatitis
- Peptic Ulcer Disease
- Persistent Pulmonary Hypertension
- Personal History Of Diseases And Conditions
- Pneumonia
- Pneumonitis Due To Solids And Liquids
- Polycystic Liver Disease
- Polyuria
- Problems Related To Lifestyle
- Pulmonary Heart Disease
- Rash
- Reaction To Stress And Adjustment Disorders In Children
- Renal Insufficiency
- Respiratory Disorders
- Respiratory Failure
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Sepsis
- Shoulder And Upper Arm Tendon Injury
- Sickle
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Skin And Soft Tissue Infections
- Skin And Subcutaneous Tissue Disorders
- Skin Changes
- Skin Swelling And Lumps
- Sleep Disorders
- Social Anxiety Disorder
- Soft Tissue Pain
- Sore Throat
- Speech Disturbances
- Spinal Stenosis
- Spondylosis
- Superficial Knee Injury
- Systemic Connective Tissue Involvement
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
- Tachycardia
- Tendinous Disorders
- Thrombocytopenia
- Thyroid Disorders
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Urinary Retention
- Urinary Tract Infection
- Urological Disorders
- Valve Disease With Congestive Heart Failure
- Vasculitis
- Vestibular Disorders
- Vision Disturbances
- Vitamin Deficiency
- Vitamin Deficiency Anemia
- Volume Depletion
- Vomiting And Nausea
- Weight Loss
- Zoster
Procedures I perform
- Adhd Assessment
- Advance Directive Planning
- Alcohol Abuse Treatment
- Anxiety Disorder Screening
- Anxiety Treatment
- Asthma Management
- Behavioral Assessment
- Blood Pressure Monitoring
- Body Mass Index (BMI) Evaluation
- Cardiovascular Health Promotion
- Cholesterol Screening
- Chronic Cough Treatment
- Chronic Headache Treatment
- Cold Treatment
- Community Health
- Community Health Education
- Continuous Glucose Monitoring System
- Copd Management
- Cystitis Treatment
- Diabetes Screening
- Diabetes Treatment
- Digital Rectal Exam
- Disease Management Education
- Disease Prevention
- Electrocardiogram
- Failure To Thrive Evaluation And Management
- Falls Prevention
- Flu Shot
- Functional Abdominal Pain Treatment
- Geriatric Care
- Geriatric Care Management
- Geriatric Community Resources
- Geriatric Health Screening
- Grief Counseling
- Health Maintenance Exam
- Health Promotion Counseling
- Healthy Aging Resources
- High Cholesterol Management
- Home Safety Evaluations
- Hormone Replacement Therapy
- Hyperlipidemia Treatment
- Hypertension Treatment
- Immunization Administration
- Impacted Earwax Removal
- Labs And Blood Work
- Lactate Dehydrogenase
- Lipid Profile
- Medication Administration And Management
- Mental Health Medication Management
- Mental Status Exam
- Milk Allergy Treatment
- Mixed Venous Oxygen Saturation
- Mole Removal
- Muscle Injection
- Nebulizer Therapy
- Neuropsychological Testing
- Nitrogen Washout Treatment
- Non-Pharmacological Interventions
- Osteoporosis Prevention Treatment
- Osteoporosis Risk Assessment
- Pain Medication Management
- Palliative Care Coordination
- Parenting Resources
- Pediatric Well Visit
- Pharmacogenomics
- Pharmacological Therapy
- Physical Exams
- Prenatal Lactation Education
- Pre-Operative Clearance
- Rash Treatment
- Respiratory Infection Treatment
- Rheumatology Treatment
- Senior Coaching
- Sexually Transmitted Disease Testing
- Sinus Infection Treatment
- Sinusitis Treatment
- Skin Tag Removal
- Sleep Disorder Management
- Sore Throat Management
- Spirometry Test
- Staple Removal
- Suture Removal
- Tobacco Cessation
- Tuberculosis Testing
- Ulcerative Colitis-Associated Arthritis Treatment
- Urinary Protein Test
- Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Treatment
- Urinary Tract Infection Treatment
- Vaccinations
- Venous Blood Collection
- Venous Ulcer Treatment
- Vision Screening
- Wellness Exams
- Wellness Services
Insurance
MedStar Health accepts most major health insurance plans. If you are uncertain as to whether your individual health insurance plan is accepted at MedStar Health, please call your insurance company.
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List of insurance plans we accept
- Anthem BCBS of VA HealthKeepers Plus
- CareFirst EPO
- Aetna Better Health of MD
- Network OA
- OA Plus
- Choice POS II
- UHC Group Medicare Advantage Plans (HMO, POS, PPO)
- Kaiser Permanente Flexible Choice POS Cardiac Global
- UnitedHealthcare Medicare Adv. Special Needs Plans
- CareFirst NASCO
- DC/MD SHOP QHP Small Business Plans
- Cigna TotalCare (HMO D-SNP)
- Priority Partners - Maryland Health Choice
- Magellan Complete Care of VA - VA Medicaid MCO
- Aetna Premier 200PD
- Aetna Elect Choice/ EPO (Aetna Health Fund)
- CareFirst Blue Preferred PPO
- Aetna Classic 5000PD
- HumanaChoice PPO
- Anthem BCBS of VA Key Care POS/PPO/Indemnity
- Kaiser Permanente Signature
- UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage DSNP District of Columbia
- United Healthcare Navigate Cardiac Global
- CareFirst Group Medicare Advantage
- Fee-for-Service (FFS) District of Columbia, Maryland and Virginia Medicaid
- Health Services for Children with Special Needs
- IH-HMO
- Kaiser Permanente Select
- Amerigroup DC Healthy Families
- Choice Fund PPO
- Blue Choice Advantage
- CareFirst Administrators
- Kaiser Permanente Select Cardiac Global
- Aetna Classic 5000
- Aetna Traditional Choice (PPO)
- Kaiser Permanente Select - Added Choice
- Amerigroup DC Alliance
- CareFirst Blue Choice Opt Out Open Access
- Private Fee-for-Service Plans (PFFS)
- CareFirst Maryland Point of Service Plan
- IH-POS
- IH-PPO
- Anthem BCBS Medi Blue Plus
- CIGNA EPO
- Coventry Health Care National Network PPO
- Johns Hopkins Advantage MD PPO
- IH-Open HMO Option
- HUMANA/Choice Care Medicare Plans (Choice, Gold Choice)
- BCBS Out-of-State Medicare Plans (Blue Advantage)
- IH-Open EPO Plus
- HumanaChoice Honor's plan PPO
- IH-EPO Plus
- Uniformed Services Family Health Plan
- IH-POS Plus
- Aetna Signature Administrator PPO/TPA
- CIGNA SureFit (HMO)
- Kaiser Maryland Medicaid MCO
- Choice POS II Open Access
- Veterans Affairs Community Care Network
- Aetna Quality Point of Service (POS)
- Employee Health Plan
- Geisinger Medicare Advantage
- HighMark
- IH-Open POS Plus
- AMERIVANTAGE/Amerigroup Community Care
- CIGNA Connect EPO
- Maryland Physicians Care MCO
- CareFirst FEP Blue Focus
- United Medicare Private Fee-for-Service (PFFS) plans
- MedStar Family Choice DC Healthy Families
- MedStar Family Choice - Maryland Health Choice
- CIGNA POS/Network POS
- Alterwood Advanatge HMO & DSNP Plans
- Coventry of Delaware HMO/PPO
- Aetna Medicare Advantage PFFS Plan
- HealthyBlue PPO
- CareFirst Maryland Indemnity or PPO
- M.D. IPA (HMO)
- MD IPA (HMO) & MD IPA Preferred Cardiac Global
- Anthem BCBS Medi Blue Dual Adv
- Optimum Choice & Optimum Choice Preferred (POS) Cardiac Global
- Advantra Platinum (PPO)
- Aetna Worker's Compensation Network
- Choice POS
- Healthy Blue (HMO, POS)
- BCBS of Michigan (BCN Advantage,Security Blue, Freedom, Medicare PLUS Blue Group PPO)
- Kaiser Permaenete Signature - Added Choice Cardiac Global
- Aetna Advantage 6350PD
- TRICARE for Life East
- Aetna Basic
- Beech Street PPO
- United HealthCare Community Plan - Maryland Health Choice Program
- CareFirst Dual Prime HMO-SNP
- UnitedHealthcare Individual Exchange Plans
- NYC Medicare Advantage Plus
- CareFirst BlueChoice HMO
- Kaiser Permanente Flexible Choice 3-tier POS
- OCI Direct (HMO)
- AmeriHealth Caritas DC Healthy Families
- CareFirst MedStar PPO
- Anthem Federal Employee Program Basic
- Choice Care Network/HUMANA (PPO)
- Coventry Health Care of Virginia
- Cigna True Choice Plus Medicare (PPO)
- Optima Family Care MCO - VA Medicaid MCO
- Aetna Student Health Insurance
- United Healthcare Community Plan - VA Medicaid MCO
- IH-Network Only Plus
- Anthem BCBS of VA HealthKeepers (POS & POS OA)
- Lasso Healthcare - Medicare Medical Savings Account
- Options PPO Cardiac Global
- UnitedHealthcare and AARP Medicare Complete Plans
- CareFirst Blue Choice Opt Out Plus Open Access (POS)
- CareFirst Group Medicare Advantage prescription drug benefit (PPO)
- First Health PPO
- CIGNA Indemnity
- TriWest Healthcare Alliance
- Cigna True Choice Medicare (PPO)
- United Healthcare Select HMO - EPO/NPP
- CareFirst Community Health Plan of MD
- CIGNA PPO
- United Healthcare Choice Plus Cardiac Global
- Humana Medicare Advantage - PPO
- CareFirst Federal Employee Program (Std. & Basic PPO)
- Medicare FFS
- Anthem BCBS of VA HealthKeepers (HMO)
- CIGNA PPO Plus
- BlueChoice Open Access
- TRICARE East Prime
- Johns Hopkins Advantage MD HMO
- Aetna Advantage 6350
- First Health PPO
- United Student Resources
- United Healthcare Choice
- Aetna Better Health of VA
- MedStar Family Choice DC Healthcare Alliance
- IH-Open Network Only Plus
- IH-Indemnity
- CareFirst MedStar Select PPO
- United Healthcare Choice Cardiac Global
- Sentara Health
- IH-Open POS II
- Police and Fire Clinic
- IH-Open HMO
- UHC Passport
- Aetna Elect Choice/ Open Access (POS)
- Jai Medical Systems - Maryland Health Choice
- United Healthcare Choice Plus
- Anthem Federal Employee Program Standard
- Kaiser Permanente Signature - Added Choice
- CareFirst (NCA) Indemnity
- Kaiser Permanente Medicare Advantage Signature and Select
- WellPoint Maryland - Maryland Health Choice
- Aetna VA Exchange
- Anthem BCBS Medi Blue SNP
- Cigna Preferred Medicare (HMO)
- Core Essential (HMO)
- United Healthcare Options (PPO)
- Private Health Care Systems (PPO)
- Mamsi Life & Health (Indem./PPO) Cardiac Global
- Aetna HMO-Open Access/Select OA/HealthFund/Health Network Option OA
- CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Advantage Core/Enhanced
- Cigna Achieve Medicare (HMO C-SNP)
- United Healthcare Select Plus (POS)
- POS OA
- Select HMO/HealthFund/Health Network
- Aetna Managed Choice Open Access (POS)
- Johns Hopkins Advantage MD PLUS PPO
- MultiPlan, Inc
- Aetna Advantage 5750
- M.D. IPA Preferred (POS)
- Kaiser Permanente HMO Plus and DHMO Plus Member
- Great-West Healthcare POS/CIGNA
- Humana Gold Plus HMO
- Humana Medicare Advantage - HMO Open Access
- Aetna Open Choice (PPO)
- Erickson Advantage Plans
- Medicare Direct
- AmeriHealth Caritas DC Healthcare Alliance
- CareFirst Blue Card Program
- Mamsi Life & Health (Indem./PPO)
- CIGNA HMO Open Access
- Aetna HMO
- Optimum Choice
- Aetna Medicare Advantage HMO & PPO Plans
- United Healthcare Select HMO-EPO/NPP Cardiac Global
- Aetna Classic 3500
- Tricare Reserve Select
- Cigna Alliance Medicare (HMO)
- Optimum Choice Preferred (POS)
- CIGNA HMO & Network (HMO)
- TRICARE East Select
- Kaiser Permanente Medicare Plus
- Aetna Managed Choice (POS)
- Medicare Advantage - Advantra Value (PPO)
- Navigate
Education
Board Certification: American Association of Nurse Practitioners, American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
Medical Education: Walden University (2019)