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Dr. Edward Hirsch, MD

Tamarac, FL

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hirsch, Infectious Disease Specialist in Tamarac, FL?

    Dr. Edward Hirsch, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Tamarac, FL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 30 years. Dr. Hirsch completed his residency at Winthrop University Hospital. Dr. Hirsch is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hirsch’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hirsch’s office at (954) 733-7606.

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

    • Residency: Winthrop University Hospital

    What languages does Dr. Hirsch speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Hirsch 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. Hirsch. 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:

    • Pneumonia
    • Other Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
    • J188: Other pneumonia, unspecified organism

    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:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • Pus in Urine
    • Urine and Urination
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection
    • Pyuria
    • White blood cells in urine
    • Cloudy urine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
    • R8281: Pyuria

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    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:

    • Cellulitis
    • Bacterial Skin Infection
    • Leg Skin Infection
    • Spreading Skin Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb

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

    As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Edward Hirsch may include:

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

    Does Dr. Hirsch accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hirsch accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (954) 733-7606 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hirsch accept in Tamarac, FL?

    Dr. Hirsch in Tamarac, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareCentrix

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Hirsch's office located?

    Dr. Edward Hirsch's Primary Practice

    7431 N University Dr Ste 211A

    Tamarac, FL 33321

    (954) 733-7606

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    Dr. Edward Hirsch's Practice 2

    3080 NW 99th Ave Ste 304

    Coral Springs, FL 33065

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    What hospitals are Dr. Hirsch affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Hirsch has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

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

    Dr. Hirsch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578554408.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hirsch?

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

    What is Dr. Edward Hirsch's specialty?

    Dr. Hirsch is an Infectious Disease Specialist near Tamarac, FL.

    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. Edward Hirsch affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hirsch is affiliated with Hca Florida Westside 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

    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. Edward Hirsch accepting new patients in Tamarac, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Edward Hirsch is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Edward Hirsch offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hirsch's office at (954) 733-7606 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Edward Hirsch?

    Please contact Dr. Hirsch's office at (954) 733-7606 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Hirsch's office located?

    Dr. Hirsch's offices are located in Tamarac, FL and Coral Springs, FL.