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Who is Dr. Abbruzzese, Infectious Disease Specialist in Washington, DC?
Dr. Mark Abbruzzese is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Abbruzzese completed his residency at Georgetown Univ Hosp, Infectious Diseases; Vet Affairs Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Abbruzzese is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abbruzzese’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abbruzzese’s office at (202) 243-2500.
Where did Dr. Abbruzzese go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Georgetown Univ Hosp, Infectious Diseases; Vet Affairs Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: American Univ Of The Caribbean- Sch Of Med- Plymouth- Montserrat
What languages does Dr. Abbruzzese speak?
Dr. Abbruzzese and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Abbruzzese typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Abbruzzese 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. Abbruzzese. 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:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
Also known as:
- Paraplegia
- Paralysis
- Lower body paralysis
- Paralysis of legs
- Spinal cord injury paralysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8220: Paraplegia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- External Surgical Wound Opening
- Wounds and Injuries
- External wound dehiscence
- Surgical incision separation
- Outer wound rupture
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8131XA: Disruption of external operation (surgical) wound, not elsewhere classified, initial encounter
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Abbruzzese typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Abbruzzese performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Abbruzzese. 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:
- Removal of Tunneled Central Venous Catheter
- Central Line Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
- Venous Access Device Removal
CPT Codes:
- 36589: Removal of tunneled central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump
Does Dr. Abbruzzese accept my insurance?
Dr. Abbruzzese accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 243-2500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Abbruzzese accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Abbruzzese in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
District of Columbia
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Abbruzzese's office located?
What is Dr. Abbruzzese's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Abbruzzese's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154310035.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abbruzzese?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Abbruzzese
What is Dr. Mark Abbruzzese's specialty?
Dr. Abbruzzese is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Washington, DC.
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. Mark Abbruzzese affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Abbruzzese is affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital 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
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Is Mark Abbruzzese accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Mark Abbruzzese is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mark Abbruzzese offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Abbruzzese's office at (202) 243-2500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mark Abbruzzese?
Please contact Dr. Abbruzzese's office at (202) 243-2500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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