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Welcome to primary care at MedStar Union Memorial Hospital Bauernschmidt Building
MedStar Health Primary Care at MedStar Union Memorial Hospital Bauernschmidt Building offers convenient and comprehensive primary care to the Guildford and Charles Village communities. Our board-certified internal medicine physicians care for patients age 18 and older. You don’t have to travel far to find a first-class primary care doctor. We are honored to partner with you in managing your overall health, from preventive care to chronic disease diagnosis and management. We are here for you.
Our providers
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Stuart B. Bell, MD
Internal Medicine
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Kritina Karmacharya, MD
Internal Medicine
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Christine Kelli Miller, CRNP
Family Medicine
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Hassan A. Nasser, MD
Internal Medicine
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Waiel M. Samara, MD
Internal Medicine
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Additional services and programs for our primary care patients
Getting the care you need—right when you need it—just got easier. At MedStar Health, we've created unique, personalized services designed around you and your lifestyle. Whether you're looking for quick answers, extra support, or guidance toward healthier habits, you'll find care that meets you with compassion, understanding, and empathy—every step of the way.
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Rapid Access to Care Through Telehealth
Your health is our priority. Patients have access to timely, convenient care whenever they need it through our enhanced telehealth services. Whether it’s an urgent concern, ongoing support, or after-hours care, patients can connect quickly with a provider from the comfort of home.
- Connected Primary Care: Same-day and next-day telehealth visits staffed by a nurse practitioner who works alongside your primary care provider practice, providing convenient access for urgent needs, and care coordination to ongoing primary care. Ask your provider about telehealth options that meet your needs.
- 24/7/365 Access via MedStar eVisit-Telehealth: Around-the-clock care from trusted MedStar providers for urgent and non-emergent needs. Available to patients in Maryland, DC, and Virginia anytime, day or night.
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Hypertension Remote Patient Monitoring
Take control of your blood pressure with support from our hypertension remote patient monitoring program. In partnership with ChronicCareIQ, this program connects patients with chronic hypertension to a dedicated care team that helps monitor blood pressure readings and develop a personalized care plan.
Using your existing blood pressure monitor—or one provided through the program—you can track your health from the comfort of home while receiving ongoing guidance and support. Together, we’ll help you manage you blood pressure, reduce your risk of complications, and stay focused on the activities you enjoy most.
Program Benefits
- Stay on track with a personalized care plan designed to help you achieve your blood pressure goals.
- Monitor your health by quickly submitting your blood pressure readings through the app using your smartphone, tablet, or computer.
- Get expert support with medication refills, specialist referrals, test results, and appointment scheduling.
Ask your provider if our hypertension remote patient monitoring program is right for you.
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Behavioral Health Support
Our integrated behavioral health program supports your mental and emotional well-being through a collaborative care approach. Embedded within primary care, patients have access to a dedicated care team, including primary care providers, behavioral health specialists, and consulting psychiatrists, working together to provide coordinated, whole-person care.
Program Benefits
- Personalized care plans and coordinated treatment for concerns such as stress, anxiety, grief, and substance use.
- In-person and telehealth visit options for added convenience
- Available for adults 18 and older
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Healthy Living Program
MedStar Health is proud to offer two virtual comprehensive Lifestyle Medicine programs designed to help you improve your health through everyday habits:
Shared Telehealth Medical Visits: Group sessions led by providers and health coaches, with a focus on hypertension, diabetes, weight loss, and brain health.
Fresh & Savory: A culinary and lifestyle medicine program centered on cooking, nutrition, and healthy living — bringing wellness to your kitchen.
Program Benefits
- Learn practical strategies to manage chronic conditions
- Build confidence in your daily health habits
- Receive ongoing support and encouragement from providers and peers
- Make sustainable lifestyle changes for long-term wellbeing
Visiting Us
Hours of operation:
Monday to Friday:
8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Phone Hours:
Monday to Friday:
9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
(877)625-1484
Insurance
We accept most major health insurance plans. If you are uncertain as to whether your individual health insurance plan is accepted, please call your insurance company.
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list of insurance plans accepted
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Aetna PPO, POS, HMO,
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Aetna Advantage Plus
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BlueCross BlueShield
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Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare
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Cigna PPO,HMO, POS
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Coventry Health National Network PPO
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First Health
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Great West Healthcare POS/CIGNA
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Humana Medicare Advantage - PPO, HMO Open Access Humana Choice
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United healthcare HMO, PPO, POS
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United Healthcare Dual Complete
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John’s Hopkins EHP
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MULTIPLAN
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Medstar family choice
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Wellpoint (Amerigroup)
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United HealthCare Community Care Plan,
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Medicare
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Tricare
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Tricare for Life (Medicare Supplemental Plan)
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MARYLAND MEDICAID
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Commercial Insurance
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CareFirst MedStar Select
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CareFirst BlueChoice HMO, POS,
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Optimum Choice / Mamsi
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PRIVATE HEALTHCARE SYSTEMS, INC. (PHCS)
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UNITED HEALTHCARE MEDICARE PLANS
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Frequently asked questions
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How do I make an appointment?
You can schedule online, call our office, or submit a request an appointment form. We offer routine wellness visits, same-day or next-day appointments for urgent needs, and telehealth options for convenience.
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What services does MedStar Health Primary Care at MedStar Union Memorial Hospital Bauernschmidt Building offer?
We provide preventive health screenings, vaccinations, and care for chronic conditions like diabetes, high cholesterol, and hypertension. We also offer mental health support and coordinate referrals to MedStar Health specialists.
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What are your office hours and do you offer translation services?
We’re open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (phone hours 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.). Language translation services are available to help all patients communicate easily with our care team.
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What can I do through the MedStar Health patient portal?
The patient portal lets you send messages, request refills, view test results, and manage appointments. Visit MedStarHealth.org/Portal to log in or sign up.
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Does MedStar Health accept my insurance?
We accept most major insurance plans, including Medicare and Medicaid. For details or billing questions, visit MedStarHealth.org/billing.
