RS
24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Samuel, Infectious Disease Specialist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Rafik Samuel, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Samuel graduated from Temple University School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Temple Univ Hosp, Infectious Diseases; Temple Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Samuel is fluent in English, Arabic, Italian, Japanese, Latin, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Samuel’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Samuel’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Samuel?
Dr. Rafik Samuel, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Infectious Disease Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Samuel empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in HIV/AIDS, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Philadelphia, PA community, Dr. Samuel is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Samuel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Temple Univ Hosp, Infectious Diseases; Temple Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine | Temple University Hospital Program
Medical School: Temple Univeristy School of Medicine | Temple University School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Samuel board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Rafik Samuel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Samuel speak?
Dr. Samuel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
Italian
Japanese
Latin
Spanish
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Samuel typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Samuel 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. Samuel. 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:
- Asymptomatic HIV Infection
- HIV
- HIV positive without symptoms
- Latent HIV infection
- HIV carrier
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z21: Asymptomatic human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] infection status
Also known as:
- High White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- Leukocytosis
- Elevated leukocyte count
- High WBC count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
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
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Samuel typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Rafik Samuel 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. Samuel's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Samuel accept my insurance?
Dr. Samuel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Samuel accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Samuel in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
Medicare
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Samuel's office located?
Temple Infectious Diseases
3401 North Broad Street
Rock Pavilion Basement, Zone A, Suite A050
Philadelphia, PA 19140
What is Dr. Samuel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Samuel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316935281.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Samuel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Samuel
What is Dr. Rafik Samuel's specialty?
Dr. Samuel is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Philadelphia, PA.
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. Rafik Samuel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Samuel is affiliated with Temple University Hospital, Temple University Hospital – Jeanes Campus which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Rafik Samuel accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Rafik Samuel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rafik Samuel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Samuel's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rafik Samuel?
Please contact Dr. Samuel's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rafik Samuel have?
Dr. Rafik Samuel is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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Connect with DR. Samuel
Temple Infectious Diseases
3401 North Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA 19140