29 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Ghitan, Infectious Disease Specialist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Monica Ghitan, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Ghitan graduated from Universitatea de Medicina si Farmacie Carol Davila and completed her residency at Maimonides Med Ctr, Infectious Diseases; Maimonides Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ghitan is fluent in English and Romanian; Moldavian; Moldovan, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ghitan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ghitan’s office at (718) 283-6017.
Where did Dr. Ghitan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Maimonides Med Ctr, Infectious Diseases; Maimonides Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Maimonides Medical Center Program
Medical School: Carol Davila University of Medicine & Pharmacy | Universitatea de Medicina si Farmacie Carol Davila
Is Dr. Ghitan board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Monica Ghitan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiologic Physics , American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Ghitan speak?
Dr. Ghitan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Romanian; Moldavian; Moldovan
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Ghitan typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Ghitan 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. Ghitan. 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 here.
Also known as:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Ghitan typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Monica Ghitan may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. Ghitan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ghitan accept my insurance?
Dr. Ghitan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 283-6017 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ghitan accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Ghitan in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
Centers Plan For Healthy Living
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ghitan's office located?
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Monica Ghitan?
Dr. Ghitan has appointments available at her Brooklyn, NY office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Ghitan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ghitan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508867805.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ghitan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ghitan
What is Dr. Monica Ghitan's specialty?
Dr. Ghitan is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Brooklyn, NY.
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 this Dr. Monica Ghitan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ghitan is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Maimonides Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Monica Ghitan accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Monica Ghitan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Monica Ghitan offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Ghitan, or call (718) 283-6017 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Monica Ghitan?
Please contact Dr. Ghitan's office at (718) 283-6017 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Monica Ghitan have?
Dr. Monica Ghitan is certified by the American Board of Radiologic Physics and American Board of Radiology.
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