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Dr. Carmen Paz Pichard-Encina, MD

(Dr. Carmen Paz Pichard Encina, M.D.)
Specializes in: Orthopedics/Orthopedic Surgery
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine (2005)
Professional interests include: nursing home care, weakness, urinary incontinence, and more.
5601 Loch Raven Boulevard Russell Morgan Building Suite 512
Baltimore, MD 21239

Dr. Carmen Paz Pichard-Encina, MD is an orthopedist in Baltimore, MD specializing in orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. She graduated from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in 2005 and has 20 years of experience. Dr. Carmen Paz Pichard-Encina, MD is affiliated with MedStar Good Samaritan Hospital, MedStar Health and MEDSTAR MEDICAL GROUP II LLC.

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Office Locations

Address:

5601 Loch Raven Boulevard Russell Morgan Building Suite 512
Baltimore, MD 21239

Address:

601 North Caroline Street #5240
Baltimore, MD 21287

Some issues Dr. Carmen Paz Pichard-Encina, MD can help you with:

Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (Enlarged Prostate)

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a noncancerous condition in which the prostate gland becomes enlarged. BPH affects about half of men between the ages of 50 and 60, and approximately 80% of men over 80. As the prostate grows in size, it can press down on the tube where urine flows out of the body (the urethra) and cause urinary problems.

Medication can relieve mild to moderate symptoms of BPH, such as frequent urination, incomplete bladder emptying, a weak urine stream, and straining while urinating. However, other forms of treatment may be more appropriate if an individual has pain with urination, frequent urinary tract infections, or is unable to urinate. The size of the prostate and the severity of their symptoms will determine the type of treatment they need. If the prostate is not very large, doctors will likely recommend a transurethral procedure. This minimally invasive technique involves the insertion of a scope into the urethra. The most common transurethral procedures for BPH are:

  • Transurethral incision of the prostate or TUIP, where the surgeon uses the scope to make small cuts in the area of the prostate that meets the bladder. These cuts will open up the pathway for urine and allow it to flow with more ease.
  • Transurethral needle ablation or TUNA, where needles are inserted through the scope and into the prostate. The needles use radiofrequency waves to destroy excess prostate tissue.
  • Laser prostate ablation, where lasers pass through the scope to melt away the part of the prostate causing urine blockage.
  • Transurethral resection of the prostate or TURP, where the inside of the prostate is trimmed and removed one tiny piece at a time using the scope.

If the prostate is too big for a transurethral procedure, an individual may need a simple prostatectomy, which can be done in one of three ways: laparoscopic, robotic, or open. During a laparoscopic simple prostatectomy, a surgeon makes several small incisions on the belly. Then they insert a long tube with a camera into one of the cuts and surgical instruments into the others. Using the camera to see inside the belly, they carefully removes the enlarged part of the prostate. Robotic simple prostatectomy uses the same techniques as the laparoscopic method, but the surgery is done with the help of a robot. For men with very large prostates, open simple prostatectomy may be the best treatment option. This surgery differs from the other approaches in that it requires a much larger incision.

Most transurethral treatments for BPH, like TUIP, TUNA, and laser prostate ablation, are done in the doctor's office or outpatient surgery center. TURP and simple prostatectomy, however, need to be performed in the hospital and require an average stay of one to three days. Patients should wait a week before doing any strenuous activities after a TUIP, TUNA, or laser prostate ablation, and about four to six weeks after a TURP or simple prostatectomy. Although these treatments improve BPH symptoms for most patients, it is important to be aware of the risks involved, such as urine control issues, tightening of the urethra, and erectile dysfunction.

Pressure Ulcers (Bedsores)

Commonly referred to as bedsores, pressure ulcers or pressure sores are areas of injured skin that result from staying in one position for a long period of time. Being bedridden or confined to a wheelchair puts a person at a high risk of developing such sores. The most commonly affected sites are the buttocks, hips, lower back, shoulder blade and spine areas, and backs of arms and legs. A pressure ulcer typically starts out as tender, reddish skin and may turn into a shallow wound that appears like a blister. At the next stage, it becomes a deep wound with yellowish dead tissue and some exposed fat. The most severe pressure ulcers are large wounds with dark dead tissue and exposed muscle or bone. Early detection and treatment are crucial as ulcers tend to develop rapidly and cause infections that could eventually lead to organ failure.

Mild sores may heal on their own when pressure on the affected area is reduced. This can be accomplished by simply repositioning the body every hour. If the sores are painful or infected, medications such as pain relievers and antibiotics may be prescribed. Cleaning the wound and changing dressings regularly also help the healing process. Severe pressure ulcers, on the other hand, may require surgery, which involves removal of any damaged, infected, or dead tissue and closing the wound. Wound closure can be achieved either by stitching the skin edges together or by using a flap of the patient's own tissue.

If a patient needs to have pressure ulcer surgery, they will likely be on bedrest for a few weeks to allow the wound to heal completely. The patient and their family members will be given instructions on positioning and transfer techniques to help keep pressure off the wound. When the doctor thinks the patient is ready, he or she will give the patient special exercises to help them regain their range of motion. To prevent the recurrence of ulcers, patients or their caregivers should be diligent about changing positions regularly, observing for early signs of new pressure sores, and replacing any worn-out mattresses or cushions.

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Carmen Paz Pichard-Encina, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Carmen Paz Pichard-Encina, MD treated as an orthopedist in Baltimore, MD were injections, aspiration, hospital care and inpatient care.

aspiration 691
doctor visit 805
emergency care 14
fracture surgery 24
hospital care 179
injections 698
inpatient care 179
joint surgery 10
lower extremity surgery 24
open surgery 10
reconstructive surgery 10

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Carmen Paz Pichard-Encina, MD.

Gender
Female 359
Male 132
Ethnicity
Black / African American 303
Asian / Pacific Islander
Non-Hispanic White 157
Native American / Alaskan Native
Hispanic 1
Other 1
Age
85 and over 77
75 to 84 149
Less than 65 73
65 to 74 191

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Carmen Paz Pichard-Encina, MD From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Carmen Paz Pichard-Encina, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension 60
High Cholesterol 51
Stroke 7
Ischemic Heart Disease 34
Depression 26
Chronic Kidney Disease 31
Asthma 12
Osteoporosis 9
Heart Failure 23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 16
Diabetes 36
Atrial Fibrillation 10
Cancer 9
Dementia 16

Education & Training

Dr. Carmen Paz Pichard-Encina, MD graduated from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in 2005. She completed residency at Johns Hopkins University Affiliated Hospitals. She is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Surgery and has a state license in Maryland.

Medical School: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine (2005)

Residency: Johns Hopkins University Affiliated Hospitals (2010)

Board Certification: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopaedic Surgery

Licensed In: Maryland

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Carmen Paz Pichard-Encina, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

MedStar Good Samaritan Hospital
MedStar Health
MEDSTAR MEDICAL GROUP II LLC

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Carmen Paz Pichard-Encina, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: CIGNA Choice Fund PPO, MAMSI, First Health PPO, Blue Choice, Golden Rule, Great-West Healthcare, TRICARE, Community Care Network (CCN), Coventry, TRICARE Reserve Select, Aetna Managed Choice POS, Beech Street PPO, Aetna HMO, Kaiser Select, Kaiser Permanente, CIGNA EPO, Aetna Medicare PPO, CIGNA Indemnity, AARP, Medicare Advantage, Coventry National Network PPO, United Healthcare, Medicaid, Virginia Premier Health Plan, Cigna, WellPoint, Aetna, CIGNA Network Open Access, Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), HealthyBlue PPO, MedStar Family Choice - Maryland Health Choice, CareFirst NASCO, CareFirst Maryland Indemnity or PPO, Traditional Medicare Fee for Service, United Optimum Choice Preferred (POS) & OCI Direct (HMO), Innovation Health: Open POS Plus, MedStar Family Choice DC Healthy Families, Carefirst EPO, Innovation Health: HMO & EPO Plus, United Community Plan - Maryland Health Choice Program, CareFirst Administrators, United Student Resources, United Select HMO - EPO/NPP, United MD IPA Preferred (POS), United Options (PPO) (includes Empire PPO), Uniformed Services Family Health Plan (USFHP), Innovation Health: Network Only Plus, United MD IPA (HMO), United Choice Plus, CareFirst Blue Card Program (Out-of-area BCBS plans), Innovation Health: PPO, HumanaChoice Honor's plan PPO, MedStar Family Choice DC Healthcare Alliance, United Choice, United Optimum Choice, Federal Employee Program (Std/Basic PPO/Blue Focus), Innovation Health: POS, Maryland Point of Service Plan (MPOS), Innovation Health: Open Network Only Plus, United Select Plus (POS), CareFirst BC/BS Advantage Core/Enhanced, United Erickson Advantage Plans, Priority Partners - Maryland Health Choice, Health Services for Children with Special Needs (HSCSN), Carefirst Healthy Blue (HMO/POS), D-SNP), I-SNP, CareFirst MedStar PPO, CareFirst (NCA) Indemnity, United Core Essential (HMO), Innovation Health: POS Plus, HumanaChoice PPO, United Nursing Home Plan (C-SNP, Innovation Health: Open POS II, Innovation Health: Indemnity, United GEHA (for all other states) Compass Rose, Veterans Affairs Community Care Network, United Navigate, Carefirst Blue Preferred PPO, Police and Fire Clinic, Employee Health Plan (EHP) and CareFirst MedStar Select PPO.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Carmen Paz Pichard-Encina, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

CIGNA Choice Fund PPO
MAMSI
First Health PPO
Blue Choice
Golden Rule
Great-West Healthcare
TRICARE
Community Care Network (CCN)
Coventry
TRICARE Reserve Select
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Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Carmen Paz Pichard-Encina, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 568 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Carmen Paz Pichard-Encina, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Baltimore, MD. 

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Carmen Paz Pichard-Encina, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

Payments by Company
Stryker Corporation $212 Axsos
$116 		TRAUMA and EXTREMITIES
$64 		Asnis
$32
BIOVENTUS LLC $209 Durolane
$182 		Exogen
$26
St. Jude Medical, Inc. $177 Neuro-Chronic Pain
$177
Mallinckrodt LLC $25 OFIRMEV
$25
Types of Payments
Food and Beverage $622

Biography

Dr. Carmen Pichard-Encina practices orthopedics/orthopedic surgery in Baltimore, MD. Dr. Pichard-Encina speaks Spanish. These areas are among her clinical interests: frailty, malnutrition, and osteoporosis. She is affiliated with MedStar Good Samaritan Hospital. After attending Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Dr. Pichard-Encina completed her residency training at a hospital affiliated with Johns Hopkins University. Her average patient rating is 5.0 stars (out of 5). She accepts Blue California, Coventry, and Coventry Health Care Plans, in addition to other insurance carriers.

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