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Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD

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(Dr. Fernando Pagan)

(1194 Ratings)

Specializes in: Neurology (Brain & Spinal Cord Disease)

Georgetown University School of Medicine (1996)

Professional interests include: injuries, deep brain stimulation (DBS), Parkinson's disease, and more.

1420 Beverly Road Suite 300
McLean, VA 22101

(703) 852-8588

Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD is a neurologist in McLean, VA specializing in neurology (brain & spinal cord disease). He graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine in 1996 and has 30 years of experience. Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD is affiliated with MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, MedStar Health and MGMC LLC.

Office Locations

1420 Beverly Road Suite 300
McLean, VA 22101

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3800 Reservoir Road NW
Washington, DC 20007

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Some issues Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD can help you with:

Headache

Headaches are dull or sharp pains that occur in regions of the head and face. Headaches occur in many different forms and vary in location, severity, and duration. They are not necessarily a sign of an underlying illness and often resolve on their own. However, headaches can present significant day-to-day discomfort. The most common forms of headaches include:

Migraines: one of the most prevalent types of headache, migraines typically last from two hours to three days, causing a throbbing pain on one side of the head. Nausea, sensitivity to bright lights, fatigue, and blurred vision all may accompany migraines. While migraines have no known cure, medications and lifestyle modifications may ease symptoms. Avoiding behaviors that may trigger migraines such as lack of sleep or loud, repetitive noises can improve headaches.
Tension headaches: also known as stress headaches, these headaches are characterized by pain in the upper top part of the head and behind the eyes. Tension headaches are common and have no exact cause; however, certain practices may increase the likelihood of developing them. For example, wearing one's hair up in a tight hairstyle or wearing a restrictive hat can put pressure on the scalp, leading to a tension headache. Other causes of tension headaches may include alcohol or nicotine use, caffeine, teeth grinding, stress, overexertion, and eye strain. Some people find posture improvement, alternating sleeping positions, and neck exercise can alleviate tension headaches. Over-the-counter pain relievers such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motren) and naproxen sodium (Aleve) may also reduce tension-headache pain.
Sinus headaches: this type of headache causes pain in the sinuses, but may progress to pain and pressure in the eyes, forehead, and cheeks. These headaches are often accompanied by nasal congestion, fatigue, and ache in the upper teeth and may or may not be caused by sinus infections or sinusitis (sinus inflammation). Some sinus headaches are allergic headaches, which arise from allergic triggers such as seasonal allergies (pollen allergies) or hay fever, causing sinus pressure and facial pain. Other symptoms of allergic headaches include nasal congestion, irritated or watery eyes, runny nose, and sneezing. Allergic headaches may be treated with antihistamine medications such as cetirizine (Zyrtec). Allergic headaches are common during pollen season, which is usually around springtime.
Cluster headaches: these headaches occur suddenly and cause stabbing, sharp pain from one eye down to the one side of the neck. They are often referred to as the most aggravating and painful type of headaches. Other symptoms of cluster headaches include nasal congestion, droopy eyelid, and enlarged pupil on one side of the face. In the past, it was widely believed that cluster headaches were caused by a bevy or "cluster" of multiple types of headaches, such as a combination of an allergic headache and a tension headache. Medical experts now recognize that cluster headaches are a separate and unique form of headache. Cluster headaches last for around twenty minutes to two hours. They may recur throughout the period of a day or several weeks, but usually dissipate within a month. Treatment for cluster headaches includes over-the-counter pain medications such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motren) and naproxen sodium (Aleve). Prescription Prednisone can help with swelling and Verapamil may reduce pain by relaxing the blood vessels.

Living with headaches is challenging; headaches can prevent people from fully enjoying life. Medical treatment and care in avoiding certain triggers can help those with headaches begin to feel normal once again.

Hydrocephalus

Normally, the brain is bathed in a liquid called cerebrospinal fluid. This fluid cushions and nurtures the brain cells as it flows around and through the brain. Sometimes, cerebrospinal fluid does not get reabsorbed into the body properly, or a blockage in the brain can stop it from flowing. This causes a buildup of pressure called hydrocephalus. This condition affects a wide range of people, but it is much more prevalent among infants and older adults. Left untreated, hydrocephalus can cause uncomfortable symptoms, such as headaches and blurred vision, and eventually may cause brain damage.

Hydrocephalus is most often treated with an implanted device called a shunt. A shunt is a long, thin tube that is used to drain excess fluid. One end is placed within the brain. The tube runs under the skin, along the neck behind the ear, and to another part of the body where the fluid can be reabsorbed. Most often this is the abdomen, but the chest or other areas can also be used. Shunts have a valve that allows doctors to monitor and control the pressure within the brain. Insertion of a shunt is a surgical procedure that takes one to two hours. Incisions are made in the head and the abdomen, and the shunt is threaded into place before the openings are stitched closed.

In cases where hydrocephalus is caused by a blockage, a procedure called endoscopic third ventriculostomy, or ETV, may be performed. During this procedure, a surgeon makes a dime-sized hole in the skull and uses a thin tube with a camera on the end (called an endoscope) to see inside the brain. The surgeon punctures a hole in the floor of the third ventricle, a fluid-filled space within the brain. The hole provides an opening for cerebrospinal fluid to flow around the blockage, normalizing pressure. The entire procedure usually takes less than an hour and patients can often go home the following day. ETV can provide a permanent and safe alternative to a shunt, but it is only useful for patients whose hydrocephalus is caused by a blockage.

Lung Issues

Every cell in the body requires oxygen to function and produces carbon dioxide as a waste product. In order to keep the body's tissues constantly supplied with fresh oxygen and to keep waste from building up, the lungs pump air in and out, even while sleeping or unaware. Unfortunately, diseases and disorders affecting the lungs are some of the most common medical problems afflicting people around the world. Some of the most common lung problems include asthma, COPD, pneumonia, and lung cancer.

Asthma is a chronic disease where swollen, inflamed airways make it hard to breathe. It is often brought on by specific triggers. While asthma is a common condition, affecting millions of people, it can also be serious and even fatal in severe cases. Treatment involves avoiding triggers and using inhaled corticosteroid medications.

COPD, or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, is the name given to two illnesses that both cause difficulty breathing: emphysema and chronic bronchitis. In emphysema, the air sacs of the lungs become damaged, while with bronchitis they become clogged with mucus. COPD is the fourth leading cause of death in the United States. It is almost always caused by breathing irritants into the lungs, such as smoking or heavy pollution.

Pneumonia is a lung infection that can be caused by bacteria, a virus, or fungi. Most healthy people recover from pneumonia in a week or two, but for some people pneumonia can be fatal. There are treatments available for pneumonia, but the best treatment is to prevent getting sick in the first place. People who are at risk should make sure they get a flu shot every year. There is also a vaccine available for the type of bacteria that causes pneumonia.

Lung cancer occurs when abnormal cells inside the lung grow into a tumor, destroying healthy tissue. Because it is so difficult to detect lung cancer in early stages when it has few symptoms, it is the deadliest form of cancer, responsible for the most cancer deaths both in the U.S. and worldwide. Most lung cancer is caused by exposure to tobacco smoke, but between 10-15% of cases are not linked to smoking.

Some problems with the lungs are minor and are not cause for concern. However if symptoms have lasted for a month or more, even if they are minor, it is worth checking with a healthcare professional. A cough, shortness of breath, or excess mucus production that lingers for weeks are all worth getting looked at.

In The News

“"Mr. Schena has had Parkinson's disease for 17 years," said Dr. Fernando Pagan, a movement disorders neurologist.”—"Exclusive: First Parkinson's disease patient in DC area to use adaptive 'pacemaker for the brain'", Washington Top News, May 2025

“"There is no cookbook therapy," Dr. Fernando Pagan, a neurologist at Georgetown University Hospital, told a meeting of the National Parkinson Foundation last week.”—"Finding treatment when Parkinson's hits young", NBC News, July 2006

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 5%

By Volume:

botulinum toxin injection for excessive salivation or drooling

tilt table test

By Affordability:

botulinum toxin injection

In 2023, among providers in related specialties within Virginia, Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD performed more botulinum toxin injection for excessive salivation or drooling, and tilt table test procedures for Medicare patients than 95% of them and he also had a list price for botulinum toxin injection that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 95% of them. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Top 10%

By Volume:

chemodenervation

In 2023, Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD performed more chemodenervation procedures for Medicare patients than 90% of providers in related specialties within Virginia.

Top 25%

By Volume:

chemodenervation for cervical dystonia

By Affordability:

botulinum toxin injection for excessive salivation or drooling

In 2012, among providers in related specialties within Virginia, Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD performed more chemodenervation for cervical dystonia procedures for Medicare patients than 75% of them and he also had a list price for botulinum toxin injection for excessive salivation or drooling that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 75% of them. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD treated as a neurologist in McLean, VA during 2012 were minimally invasive procedures, injections, hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	668
hospital care	122
injections	251
inpatient care	122
minimally invasive procedures	251

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD treated as a neurologist in McLean, VA during 2013 were minimally invasive procedures, injections, hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	745
hospital care	102
injections	241
inpatient care	102
minimally invasive procedures	241

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD.

**Gender**
Male	236
Female	152

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	280
Black	53
Hispanic	23
Asian	20
Other	12
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	161
From 75 to 84	133
85 and over	36
Less than 65	58

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD in 2013

Hypertension	55
High Cholesterol	45
Stroke	12
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	21
Dementia	39
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD treated as a neurologist in McLean, VA during 2014 were minimally invasive procedures, injections, hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	768
hospital care	110
injections	269
inpatient care	110
minimally invasive procedures	269
neck imaging	25
ultrasound (sonogram)	25

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD.

**Gender**
Male	234
Female	161

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	290
Black	53
Hispanic	24
Asian	16
Other	12
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	166
From 75 to 84	133
85 and over	33
Less than 65	63

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD in 2014

Hypertension	49
High Cholesterol	40
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	32
Chronic Kidney Disease	18
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	20
Dementia	44
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD treated as a neurologist in McLean, VA during 2015 were minimally invasive procedures, injections, hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	769
hospital care	80
injections	314
inpatient care	80
minimally invasive procedures	314
neck imaging	20
ultrasound (sonogram)	20

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD.

**Gender**
Male	470
Female	330

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	574
Black	106
Hispanic	44
Asian	44
Other	32
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	312
From 75 to 84	296
85 and over	78
Less than 65	114

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD in 2015

Hypertension	50
High Cholesterol	44
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	21
Dementia	48
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD treated as a neurologist in McLean, VA during 2016 were minimally invasive procedures, injections, hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	844
hospital care	93
injections	337
inpatient care	93
minimally invasive procedures	337

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD.

**Gender**
Male	279
Female	186

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	340
Black	56
Hispanic	32
Asian	18
Other	19
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	202
From 75 to 84	167
85 and over	38
Less than 65	58

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD in 2016

Hypertension	51
High Cholesterol	43
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	33
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	25
Dementia	46
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD treated as a neurologist in McLean, VA during 2017 were minimally invasive procedures, injections, hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	789
hospital care	52
injections	413
inpatient care	52
minimally invasive procedures	413

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD.

**Gender**
Male	265
Female	172

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	322
Black	45
Hispanic	31
Asian	20
Other	19
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	179
From 75 to 84	181
85 and over	35
Less than 65	42

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD in 2017

Hypertension	49
High Cholesterol	35
Stroke	10
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	39
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	18
Dementia	41
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD treated as a neurologist in McLean, VA during 2018 were minimally invasive procedures and injections.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	695
injections	349
minimally invasive procedures	349

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD.

**Gender**
Male	238
Female	146

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	295
Black	38
Hispanic	25
Asian	12
Other	14
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	161
From 75 to 84	158
85 and over	31
Less than 65	34

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD in 2018

Hypertension	56
High Cholesterol	47
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	35
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	4
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	19
Dementia	36
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD treated as a neurologist in McLean, VA during 2019 were minimally invasive procedures, injections, hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	691
hospital care	72
injections	367
inpatient care	72
minimally invasive procedures	367

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD.

**Gender**
Male	251
Female	163

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	313
Black	48
Hispanic	19
Asian	12
Other	22
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	172
From 75 to 84	169
85 and over	33
Less than 65	40

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD in 2019

Hypertension	53
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	9
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	36
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	21
Dementia	35
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD treated as a neurologist in McLean, VA during 2020 were minimally invasive procedures, injections, tilt table test and hospital care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	821
hospital care	26
injections	234
inpatient care	26
minimally invasive procedures	234
tilt table test	55

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD.

**Gender**
Male	268
Female	181

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	358
Black	37
Hispanic	18
Asian	14
Other	22
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	165
From 75 to 84	196
85 and over	52
Less than 65	36

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD in 2020

Hypertension	49
High Cholesterol	45
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	39
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	4
Diabetes	21
Dementia	37
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD treated as a neurologist in McLean, VA during 2021 were minimally invasive procedures, injections and tilt table test.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	800
injections	280
minimally invasive procedures	280
tilt table test	61

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD.

**Gender**
Male	286
Female	191

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	372
Black	41
Hispanic	22
Asian	17
Other	25
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	167
From 75 to 84	217
85 and over	61
Less than 65	32

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD in 2021

Hypertension	51
High Cholesterol	53
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	35
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	5
Diabetes	19
Dementia	45
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD treated as a neurologist in McLean, VA during 2022 were minimally invasive procedures, injections, chronic care and tilt table test.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD for Medicare patients.

chronic care	87
doctor visit	711
injections	238
minimally invasive procedures	238
tilt table test	47

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD.

**Gender**
Male	250
Female	178

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	339
Black	35
Hispanic	15
Asian	13
Other	26
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	149
From 75 to 84	199
85 and over	53
Less than 65	27

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD in 2022

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	69
Stroke	14
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	38
Chronic Kidney Disease	15
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	19
Dementia	37
Cancer	16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD treated as a neurologist in McLean, VA were minimally invasive procedures, injections, chronic care and hospital care.

chronic care	87
doctor visit	754
hospital care	82
injections	299
inpatient care	82
minimally invasive procedures	299
neck imaging	22
ultrasound (sonogram)	22

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD.

**Gender**
Male	252
Female	169

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	46
Asian / Pacific Islander	16
Non-Hispanic White	316
Hispanic	23
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	18

**Age**
75 to 84	168
85 and over	40
Less than 65	45
65 to 74	166

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, dementia and depression.

Hypertension	47
High Cholesterol	42
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	17
Asthma	6
Osteoporosis	8
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	5
Diabetes	18
Atrial Fibrillation	7
Cancer	9
Dementia	37

Education & Training

Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine in 1996. He completed residency at Washington Hospital Center. He is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, Psychiatry and Neurology and has a state license in District of Columbia.

Medical School: Georgetown University School of Medicine (1996)

Residency: Washington Hospital Center

Board Certification: American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, Psychiatry and Neurology

Licensed In: District of Columbia

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

MedStar Georgetown University Hospital

MedStar Health

MGMC 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. Fernando L. Pagan, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: MultiPlan, Optimum Choice, Optima Health, MAMSI, Magellan Health Services, United Healthcare Choice Plus, United Healthcare Choice, First Health PPO, Blue Choice, Great-West Healthcare, TRICARE, Coventry, TRICARE Reserve Select, Anthem, Aetna Managed Choice POS, Beech Street PPO, Aetna HMO, Kaiser Permanente, CIGNA PPO, CIGNA EPO, Aetna Medicare PPO, Aetna Medicare PFFS, CIGNA Indemnity, AmeriHealth, AARP, Medicare Advantage, TriWest, Coventry National Network PPO, Highmark, Amerigroup, United Healthcare, Medicaid, Humana, Cigna, Sentara Health Plans, WellPoint, United Healthcare Community Plan (AmeriChoice), Humana Medicare Advantage PPO, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Michigan, CIGNA PPO Plus, HealthyBlue PPO, Aetna Premier 200PD, MedStar Family Choice - Maryland Health Choice, CareFirst NASCO, M.D. IPA Preferred (POS), Private Fee-for-Service Plans (PFFS), CareFirst Maryland Indemnity or PPO, IH-PPO, Aetna Advantage 6350PD, DC/MD SHOP QHP Small Business Plans, CareFirst EPO, MedStar Family Choice DC Healthy Families, Optimum Choice Preferred (POS), OCI Direct (HMO), Medicare Direct, Alterwood Advanatge HMO & DSNP Plans, Aetna Open Choice (PPO), OA Plus, CareFirst Administrators, United Student Resources, IH-Network Only Plus, IH-POS, Aetna Classic 5000, Aetna Signature Administrator PPO/TPA, Healthy Blue (HMO, POS), CareFirst Community Health Plan of Maryland, IH-POS Plus, Jai Medical Systems - Maryland Health Choice, CareFirst Maryland Point of Service Plan, Aetna HMO-Open Access/Select OA/HealthFund/Health Network Option OA, Health Services for Children with Special Needs, Choice POS II, CareFirst Blue Card Program, Choice Fund PPO, IH-EPO Plus, Aetna VA Exchange, Aetna Managed Choice Open Access (POS), CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Advantage Core/Enhanced, Aetna Better Health of Virginia, Aetna Worker's Compensation Network, Options PPO Cardiac Global, Uniformed Services Family Health Plan, Aetna Advantage 5750, IH-Open HMO Option, HumanaChoice Honor's plan PPO, Aetna Basic, CareFirst FEP Blue Focus, Optimum Choice & Optimum Choice Preferred (POS) Cardiac Global, MedStar Family Choice DC Healthcare Alliance, IH-Open EPO Plus, Core Essential (HMO), IH-Open POS Plus, Johns Hopkins Advantage MD PLUS PPO, Select HMO/HealthFund/Health Network, MD IPA (HMO) & MD IPA Preferred Cardiac Global, CareFirst Blue Preferred PPO, Aetna Elect Choice/ Open Access (POS), IH-Open HMO, Aetna Advantage 6350, Erickson Advantage Plans, M.D. IPA (HMO), POS OA, Aetna Elect Choice/ EPO (Aetna Health Fund), Aetna Quality Point of Service (POS), IH-Open POS II, Aetna Classic 5000PD, Johns Hopkins Advantage MD HMO, CareFirst Dual Prime HMO-SNP, Priority Partners - Maryland Health Choice, Aetna Student Health Insurance, Private Health Care Systems (PPO), Choice POS, Lasso Healthcare - Medicare Medical Savings Account, IH-Indemnity, CareFirst MedStar PPO, CareFirst (NCA) Indemnity, Aetna Traditional Choice (PPO), United Medicare Private Fee-for-Service (PFFS) plans, IH-HMO, IH-Open Network Only Plus, HumanaChoice PPO, CareFirst Federal Employee Program (Std. & Basic PPO), Johns Hopkins Advantage MD PPO, Medicare FFS, Maryland Physicians Care MCO, Veterans Affairs Community Care Network, Advantra Platinum (PPO), Aetna Better Health of Maryland, BCBS Out-of-State Medicare Plans (Blue Advantage), Employee Health Plan, Choice POS II Open Access, Navigate, Police and Fire Clinic, Network OA, CareFirst MedStar Select PPO and Aetna Classic 3500.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

MultiPlan

Optimum Choice

Optima Health

MAMSI

Magellan Health Services

United Healthcare Choice Plus

United Healthcare Choice

First Health PPO

Blue Choice

Great-West Healthcare

TRICARE

Coventry

TRICARE Reserve Select

Anthem

Aetna Managed Choice POS

Beech Street PPO

Aetna HMO

Kaiser Permanente

CIGNA PPO

CIGNA EPO

Aetna Medicare PPO

Aetna Medicare PFFS

CIGNA Indemnity

AmeriHealth

AARP

Medicare Advantage

TriWest

Coventry National Network PPO

Highmark

Amerigroup

United Healthcare

Medicaid

Humana

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Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 1194 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in McLean, VA.

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Overall Rating: 5.0 2023-04-28

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Dr. Pagan is one of the very best physicians I have ever experienced as a patient. My main medical problem, Parkinson's, is a very tricky disease to treat. So many variables can effect the course and severity of the disease. I had a misconception about dopamine. I thought that all of the effects of Parkinson's were the result of a non optimal dosage of dopamine. He explained that while the dramatic improvement in my tremor and sleep issues are probably the result of my taking dopamine, my balance and memory Issues, which have not Improved, are effected more by acetylcholine balance. I'm a psychologist, not a physician, but If I understood his explanation, the new prescription gives me hope of Improving balance and memory problems as well as tremor and sleep. I realize that the situation is more complicated because dopamine and acetylcholine Interact, and I don't want to become a neurologist, but the point In my writing this Is to describe one of many Instances in which he has given me a feeling of optimism. Another excellent feature of Dr. Pagan's approach is his vigorous praise of my healthy behavior, for example, in praising my exercise program. He has been the major source of my continuing the aerobic and strength training.Finally, he has an Infectious energy, hopefulness, and optimism In his Interaction with me, Including his pleasant expressions, inspires me with confidence that my health Is under control.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2023-08-16

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*Dr. Fernando Pagan is that rare physician who listens; who hears your worries, fears and concerns. He gives hope, kindness and caring. He is the old-time family doctor we remember as children. I am so grateful that he is my doctor!

Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-05-23

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The initial Physician was very good, very knowledgeable and helpful. Dr. Pagan is always an excellent physician; he listens to us well and offered sage advice.

Overall Rating: 4.0 2023-11-13

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There is always good interchange of info, but if I don't ask specific questions about status/ condition, I am not told what is the same or is worsening.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2022-04-29

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My relations with Dr Pagan and his colleagues dated more than 10 years and I owe him a lot in fighting the PD and painful side effects with good results

Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-04-16

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Dr. Pagan and his fellow were all excellent at listening and explaining. I left the appointment feeling very helpful about my treatment.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-01-29

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My provider is so nice. He really knows what is the best way to deal with my issues. I highly recommended him .

Overall Rating: 5.0 2022-10-25

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Dr. Pagan is perhaps the finest on earth. We are deeply appreciative to be part of his practice.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-04-29

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What a wonderful guy and extremely well situated to discuss & secure best medications, etc.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2023-09-22

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Total confidence in Dr. Pagan. We would definitely recommend him (and already have).

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.	$577,619 AZILECT $379,621	AUSTEDO $161,816	SD809-HD $7,009	68546-0142-5 $5,000	Austedo XR $1,844	Other $22,330
ACADIA Pharmaceuticals Inc	$231,331 NUPLAZID $231,331
Acorda Therapeutics, Inc	$84,509 INBRIJA $82,873	AMPYRA $114	$1,522
Kyowa Kirin, Inc.	$80,020 NOURIANZ $76,952	$3,068
Amneal Pharmaceuticals LLC	$79,358 RYTARY $56,588	LYVISPAH $23	$22,747
Other	$406,524 Xeomin $56,552	MYOBLOC $48,646	Duopa $48,305	NORTHERA $46,261	RYTARY $32,014	Other $174,746

**Types of Payments**
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program	$587,077
Honoraria	$377,850
Consulting Fee	$307,195
Travel and Lodging	$133,256
Food and Beverage	$47,602
Other	$6,379

Research Payments

Dr. Fernando L. Pagan, MD has received 282 research payments totaling $5,208,349.

Biography

Dr. Fernando Pagan is a neurology (brain & spinal cord disease) specialist. Patients gave him an average rating of 5.0 stars (out of 5). His areas of expertise include the following: syncope (fainting), sports health, and electromyography (EMG). Anthem, Blue California, and Coventry appears to be the insurance carriers that Dr. Pagan takes. He obtained his medical school training at Georgetown University School of Medicine and performed his residency at Washington Hospital Center and Georgetown University Hospital. Dr. Pagan is professionally affiliated with MedStar Georgetown University Hospital. He welcomes new patients at his office inWashington, DC as reported by Doctor.com.