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Dr. Armando Philip Paez, MD

Infectious Disease Specialist

Springfield, MA

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Paez, Infectious Disease Specialist in Springfield, MA?

    Dr. Armando Philip Paez, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Springfield, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Paez completed his residency at David Longworth, MD. Dr. Paez is fluent in English, Filipino; Pilipino, Zhuang; Chuang, and Zulu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Paez’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Paez’s office at (413) 794-7394.

    Where did Dr. Paez go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: Baystate Medical Center

    • Residency: David Longworth, MD

    • Medical School: University of Santo Tomas

    Is Dr. Paez board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Armando Philip Paez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Paez speak?

    Dr. Paez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Filipino; Pilipino
    • Zhuang; Chuang
    • Zulu

    What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Paez typically treat?

    As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Paez diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Paez. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • HIV
    • Human Immunodeficiency Virus
    • AIDS virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease

    Also known as:

    • Blood Infection
    • Sepsis
    • Bacteremia
    • Bacteria in blood
    • Bloodstream infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7881: Bacteremia

    Also known as:

    • MSSA Blood Poisoning
    • Sepsis
    • Staphylococcal Infection
    • MSSA Sepsis
    • Methicillin-Sensitive Staph Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A4101: Sepsis due to Methicillin susceptible Staphylococcus aureus
    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Paez typically perform?

    As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Armando Philip Paez may include:

    Please contact Dr. Paez's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Paez accept my insurance?

    Dr. Paez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (413) 794-7394 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Paez accept in Springfield, MA?

    Dr. Paez in Springfield, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Baystate Health

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Commonwealth Care Alliance

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of Massachusetts

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Paez's office located?

    Floor Suite C&D

    3300 Main St

    Springfield, MA 01107

    (413) 794-7394

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    Dr. Armando Philip Paez's Practice 2

    115 W Silver St

    Westfield, MA 01085

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    Dr. Armando Philip Paez's Practice 3

    164 High St

    Greenfield, MA 01301

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    What is Dr. Paez's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Paez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518978154.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Paez?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Paez

    What is Dr. Armando Philip Paez's specialty?

    Dr. Paez is an Infectious Disease Specialist near Springfield, MA.

    What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?

    An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.

    Is Dr. Armando Philip Paez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Paez is affiliated with Baystate Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Infectious Disease Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Armando Philip Paez accepting new patients in Springfield, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Armando Philip Paez is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Armando Philip Paez offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Paez's office at (413) 794-7394 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Armando Philip Paez?

    Please contact Dr. Paez's office at (413) 794-7394 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Paez's office located?

    Dr. Paez's offices are located in Springfield, MA, Westfield, MA, and Greenfield, MA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Armando Philip Paez have?

    Dr. Armando Philip Paez is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.