Northwest Nurse Practitioner Associates

I have been seeing Erin for over 6 years now. Ever since I came to USA. My close friend recommended her and even though I have been with and without the insurance over the time — I would still go to her no matter the cost. Erin has been taking a very good care of me and the most important thing is– I trust her. I dealt with a lot of doctors and medical staff during my twenties and I have become very sensitive and somewhat traumatized by all the experiences. Than I came to USA. I was so scared of future doctor visits — I knew nothing about health care system here. And as it showed — it is all so very different. Erin helped me understand better and she made it easy by giving me good advice and sending me to specialists that would provide an amazing care and still consider my financial situation. She not only listened carefully, she understood so much and than gave me the best possible feed back I could get.
I know because I know myself and I know how analytical and curious I am. A true humane, empathetic and professional health care. I have been recommending NNPA to everyone I know and all of my friends that did end up going– only had good things to say. Greg and Roslyn are also amazing. I never had a bad experience with them as a matter of fact I might have been a pain myself at times when I didn’t understand all the details about primary health care — they have been very kind and patient. Even though my anxiety spikes up when ever I need to see a doctor– what helps and makes it so much easier is the fact that I am seeing Erin and I know that no matter what the news are — she will have the right answers and right approach.
I couldn’t be more grateful.

This is the best healthcare experience I’ve ever had. I have been to this clinic on a number of occasions and every one has been an excellent experience. Erin is superb. She has very detailed knowledge about what she is doing, and it’s clear that she works hard to keep herself informed. She has a great bedside manner and I’ve never had trouble getting an appointment on short notice. Also, I just read a post about how someone had frustrating experiences with the receptionist Greg. I have interacted with Greg many times and he was very professional and friendly on every occasion. Actually, he seems like a great guy. From the review it sounds like this was a person who did not appreciate her primary car provider pointing out that he or she had a medically significant weight problem. Well, if that’s the case, then how do you blame a good primary care provider for being concerned about it? Regardless, let me just conclude by saying that I have a strong background in science and medical research, and Erin is a no-​BS person who genuinely cares about the health of her patients. Also, her support staff is superb (Greg and others). Do yourself a favor and go see her if you’re having health concerns. She’s great!!!

Highly recommend this place! From the moment I walked in the service was phenomenal! Erin is highly knowledgeable and gives each person the time and attention they need.

I really like the concept of Northwest Nurse Practitioners. I miss my primary care practice of NPs in California and was happy to find a similar model here in DC. I initially visited for urgent care and they were very thorough and helpful.
They require you to get a physical and use them as a primary provider if you want to visit more than once. Since my insurance (CareFirst BCBS PPO) only covers a small portion of the cost, these visits were expensive when I needed to see them regularly.
However, I would recommend them for urgent, non-​gynecological health care. While I have had several frustrating interactions with Greg, the receptionist, it is generally fairly easy to get a same-​day appointment. I also found Erin, the N.P. to be professional and caring. My major complaint about the health care provided is around their treatment of my weight. I repeatedly asked Erin and the other N.P. not to discuss weight loss with me, and they ignored my request at every exam even though it was irrelevant to any health conditions I was discussing. This, coupled with the power trippy receptionist has made me consider leaving their practice.

I’ve been a patient from the very beginning. Can’t say enough positive about everyone there — primary care, travel, admin. Just the best.

I love Erin. She treats you like a person. She answers your questions. She is efficient and you barely spend any time in the waiting room. Her receptionist, Greg, is darling. It doesn’t take forever to get an appointment. A rarity here in DC!

I went here for an urgent care visit and it was fantastic and I loved Erin. I took off a star because they don’t take Medicaid – I didn’t have insurance when it went the first time, and I was really hoping that when I got Medicaid I would be able to go back, but they only take Medicare. This sucks, because I would LOVE to make Erin my primary – but it is not worth the risk that I would end up having to pay a lot more than I can afford.

Update: Be mindful if you have Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO insurance. I’ve decided the caps were a bit too extreme.
Good. That’s out of the way. I don’t want to punish this office or Dr. Bagshaw’s perfect scores for the bureaucratic nightmare of being reimbursed for this appointment. Dr. Bagshaw provided excellent care, and the Front Office was courteous and helpful. The office itself is a suite in what is probably an old apartment building (maybe a residence hall?), which threw me off a bit when I walked in. The elevator was a little frightening, so I recommend finding the stairs if you can.
The bad side: Filing the claim form. This office only participates with Medicare and will give you a claim form for every other insurance. I can’t speak for other providers, but I absolutely do NOT recommend going here if you have Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO insurance. They’ve incorrectly filed my claim form twice now (waiting for it to work the third time), and it’s looking increasingly like I will have to shoulder the $ 130 for an office visit with no help from them. As a very poor early 20-​something, $ 130 is a fortune for an appointment that would typically cost me $ 15. If you choose to go anyway, try to get it confirmed with BCBS beyond a shadow of a doubt that they will reimburse before you hand over your credit card.
Other than that, great office. I highly recommend it if you have Medicare.
Update: Unfortunately, it is what it is, and BCBS PPO will not help with the cost of my visit. The office, for their part, has been wonderfully helpful throughout this process, particularly Rosalyn (sp?), and I wish I could stay with them.

I’m so happy to have found this practice! This is what all primary care should be. You’ll receive much higher quality care here than at most internist offices in the area. All of the previous reviews are absolutely true!

I have been fortunate with Doctors over the years, however when I went to get my vaccinations at the Northwest Nurse Practioners Associates I realized what I was missing — Medical care from a professional:
* with years of experience in both domestic and international based medicine.
* who spends time to dig deep into what your health concerns are, and listens to you.
* who explains test results and their indications.
*who treats you with respect and consideration
* who does not rush you or make you feel like a number
* who looks you in the eye, and knows who you are.
* who can give you an appointment quickly, not make you wait weeks or months.
* who gives you practical advise to improve your health care customized to your needs and your reality.
I can go on and on, bottom line — this is a great place. The staff is great as well and is always kind and helpful.
I also have to endorse their travel bag — it is smart, well made, can be put in your carry on, waterproof, and frankly a god send when you get sick overseas.
I will never travel anywhere without it, and have plans to buy some from friends who travel!

I love going to NW Nurse Practitioners. I can’t say that about any other doctor. The front office staff is charming, friendly, and treats me like family. The two practitioners take a great deal of time with me, not only answering all of my questions, but asking their own questions and actually listening to the answers. They are both gentle and caring people. The diagnoses have been right on as has the treatment.

Went there for some immunizations I needed for international travel. One of the better healthcare experiences I have had. Easy to get an appointment, minimal paperwork, pleasant people.

Hands down THE BEST. I’ve been searching for healthcare like this for 12 years. Glad I finally found it.
Just so you know, I don’t write reviews. This is my first review I ever wrote because it is so worthy of reviewing.
Where do I begin? The front desk was very kind, considerate, and helpful. They never put me on hold for too long (I called a few times before making an appointment) and usually answered all of my questions without putting me on hold. I was able to get an appointment much sooner than I anticipated: two days after I called. When I walked in, they greeted me with a smile and kindly explained the paperwork I needed to fill out. The waiting room is small and friendly (it wasn’t outdated, depressing, oddly smelling or hospital-​feeling). Also– I wasn’t waiting long.
After I was finished with the paperwork, Erin came out to greet me. She went through all of my history and encouraged/​welcomed any questions I had. She answered every question I came up with and I never, even for a second, felt rushed. She also was comfortable sharing the costs of all of the labs and vaccinations up front (if I wanted them) so that no financial questions caused me anxiety during the exam.
During the exam, she explained what she was going to do before she did it, and was fine talking to you about whatever you were in natural conversation about if you were still in a chatty mood. If you wanted to be quiet, that was okay too. She was not at all awkward or made me feel awkward (such as whistling or talking about the weather or other strange incidences that I’ve experienced with other doctors).
Erin is competent, kind, and professional. She never left the door open while I was partially undressed, never rushed me, and did uncomfortable tests in an efficient and painless manner. She calls to tell you your lab results and does not believe in the ‘no news is good news’ policy. I’d recommend her to anyone.
Now I’ll never leave DC– cause I’ve finally found my primary doc. Erin’s the best and I finally feel like I’m in hands that I can trust because she actually cares for me. If I only found her sooner…
Unilocal reviewers: thanks for your recommendations– without you, I’d be wasting my time because I would never have found her.

I have been a patient of Northwest Nurse practitioners for roughly 7 years. As others have noted, Erin Bagshaw is the most competent, compassionate, and genuine health professional I have ever come across. No problem is too big or too small — she is always thorough and considerate which is why I believe her approach is so effective.
Even though I have health insurance, I choose to see Erin and incur the extra cost because I don’t think I’ll find the same quality of service anywhere else. Her rates are reasonable and she’s never recommended unnecessary tests.
I also have to give kudos to her excellent front office!

I’ve had an outstanding experience over the past 5 years with Northwest Nurse Practicioners — NP Erin Bagshaw is as professional and thorough as they come, incredibly sharp with a skill for detail. Beyond her medical competency, she’s compassionate. She always holds herself and her practice to the highest standards.
I’ve recommended her to all of my friends in DC, and several now have her as their primary care provider, like I do. When I’ve needed referrals to specialists she’s always sent me to other high quality providers. Her office staff is wonderful, very caring and accommodating.
The best things about my experience have been:
— Long, thorough time the NP spends with me answering all of my questions
— Kind, friendly staff who always welcome me
— Easy-​to-​schedule appointments
The only downsides are: Submitting the bills to insurance to get reimbursed, and I wish it was downtown so I could walk there. But then she’s probably be so popular she’d be booked solid and you wouldn’t be able to get an appointment the same week.
NNPA is highly recommended!

Erin Bagshaw is extremely competent and takes time with each patient. She’s great with both urgent care and regular requests.
The practice doesn’t accept insurance, but their rates are low enough that when I submit the claim, most of it is paid.
In the past six months, I’ve seen Erin for a physical, a rash, and a sore throat. For each of these, she was very thorough, answered questions, and exhibited the empathy you would expect from a close friend.
I unequivocally recommend Erin.

Fantastic; the best medical experience I have ever had. I have gotten my annual physical there for three years. When you are there, you are the only patient being seen for the entire hour. Erin listens to you and explains everything. And the prices are very reasonable; even though my insurance only covers 75% for a Nurse Practitioner, the 25% I pay ends up being comparable to a co-​pay.
I use Erin as my primary physician. I trust her because she listens well, remembers what I’ve said in previous visits, and makes me feel that she cares about me personally. She calls me personally with my lab results– that’s service.
You have to make an appointment, because she does not double book. That said, the first time I saw her for a gout flare-​up, she was the only medical professional who would see me the next day.

Erin came into my life when I was at a really low point and could not get an appointment to see my own physician. Not only is she extremely talented when it comes to medicine/​health she is also lovely, personable, straight-​forward, and sincere. I finally signed up to make her my «primary» even though, technically, she is not a doctor. WHATEVER. If you really need a specialist she will send you to one.
I don’t have insurance so getting any treatment is scary. I always need to know the cost up front. NWNP does this so you really feel they aren’t pulling any punches. Cannot say this for insurance companies. Erin remembers that my money is tight so she only tests me for the necessities. Because of this I trust her. If she tells me to do something I do it b/​c I know she isn’t just trying to make a buck. She also has guided me to places where I can obtain reduced costs on tests she doesn’t perform. As for the tests she runs, you pay, basically, what it costs her for the tests. A pap is something like $ 50! Maybe? Can’t really remember but it was something that made even me think, «Oh, hey, I can swing that!» I think I got all my testing and a really thorough exam for under $ 300. My dog’s last exam was $ 600. Too bad she doesn’t take pooches cause I’d bring him!
She is wonderful. No reservations. If you see my other posts you can tell I do enjoy the occasional complaint. I have none here.

if i had found NWNPA on Unilocal i’d probably be very suspicious. all 5-​star reviews? yeah, uh-​huh, ok. «some’ve gotta be fakes,» i’d think. having been to NWNPA? well, here i am wrting a 5-​star review, and i can certainly understand why everyone else has too:
–great customer service both on the phone and in person (both receptionists are very helpful and as nice as can be)
–wonderful, sensitive, patient, calming bedside manner
–knowledgeable, professional and thorough nurse
–no double booking. NONE. your appointment is THE appointment of the hour.
–thorough explanations of everything before, during and after exams
–reasonable rates* & clear, concise paperwork
–genuine concern and care, beyond just mechanical medical stuff… interest in/​focused on the whole body/​person, not just specific condition or issue
–clean and comfortable space
–easy to get/​book appointments on short notice
–convenient location (right across the street from the zoo, red line woodley park-​zoo stop on the metro)
*while it may be off-​putting for some (myself included), they do not take/​process insurance for payment. you have to pay all fees (other than labs — they will submit your insurance to the lab for you if you need any tests) up front and submit to your insurace on your own. i almost didn’t go b/​c of this, but ironically, my first visit to NWNPA was b/​c of an urgent care need and get this — i couldn’t get same-​week appointments with ANY of the providers that do take my insurance. out of pain, desperation and frustration i started googling all kinds of things to try and find some medical assistance w/​o having to go to the emergency room and, voilà!!, there was erin and NWNPA. talk about your silver lining.
my experience with NWNPA was so good that i’m considering making erin my PCP (um, PCN?), even with the payment process inconvenience. it’ll depend on how the new health insurance plan at work all shakes out in a few months, but either way, i’m happy to know there’s a place i can go for basic and/​or urgent care and get GREAT service.
NWNPA does general/​primary care as well as travel medicine and well-​woman (general GYN) care. a one-​stop-​shop for healthcare as good as or [in my experience] better than a lot of basic docs? no-​brainer. i’d be more than comfortable going to NWNPA for routine care. the only difference i saw b/​w NWNPA and doc visits i’ve had is that NWNPA was better. and like docs, if i need a specialist, they’ll refer me to one. so, again, no brainer. i highly, highly recommend erin & NWNPA.

My experience at NNPA has been absolutely stellar in every aspect. The quality of care provided is of the highest degree — and I would know having worked in the field of medicine and visited numerous practices around the world. The administrative staff is polite and organized, and Erin is focused, courteous, and thorough with each patient.
She took a lot of time with me as a new patient to make sure we covered all the bases. I have total faith in her as a medical provider. There is a common misconception that NPs are not as qualified as DRs. The truth is that they receive the same training and have all the same rights as DRs. And, you will never meet a Dr that will call each patient individually with their lab results. Not to mention care at NNPA is affordable (a complete physical is only $ 125). Erin can take care of all your needs in one stop. I feel so lucky to have found a provider I can trust implicitly.