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Who is Dr. Duffalo, Infectious Disease Specialist in Newark, DE?
Dr. Chad Duffalo, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Newark, DE with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Duffalo is currently affiliated with Union Hospital. Dr. Duffalo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Duffalo’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Duffalo’s office at (302) 994-9692.
Is Dr. Duffalo board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Chad Duffalo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Duffalo speak?
Dr. Duffalo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Duffalo typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Duffalo 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. Duffalo. 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:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
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:
- Bone Infection
- Osteomyelitis
- Infected Bone
- Bone Inflammation
- Bone Infection Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M869: Osteomyelitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Prostate Abscess
- Abscess
- Prostate Disease
- Infected prostate pocket
- Pus in prostate
- Prostatic abscess
ICD-10 Codes:
- N412: Abscess of prostate
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Duffalo typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Duffalo 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. Duffalo. 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:
- Inserting a PICC Line (Without Port)
- Peripherally inserted central catheter placement
- Arm central line
CPT Codes:
- 36569: Insertion of peripherally inserted central venous catheter (PICC), without subcutaneous port or pump, without imaging guidance; age 5 years or older
Does Dr. Duffalo accept my insurance?
Dr. Duffalo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (302) 994-9692 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Duffalo accept in Newark, DE?
Dr. Duffalo in Newark, DE 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
Highmark Health
Independence Health Group
Independent Health Association
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Duffalo's office located?
Dr. Chad Duffalo's Primary Practice
537 Stanton Christiana Rd Ste 201
Newark, DE 19713
(302) 994-9692
What is Dr. Duffalo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Duffalo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639339484.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Duffalo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Duffalo
What is Dr. Chad Duffalo's specialty?
Dr. Duffalo is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Newark, DE.
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. Chad Duffalo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Duffalo is affiliated with Wilmington Hospital, Beebe Healthcare, Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus, Christianacare, Union Hospital, Jefferson Einstein Montgomery Hospital, Riddle Hospital 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 Chad Duffalo accepting new patients in Newark, DE?
Yes, Dr. Chad Duffalo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chad Duffalo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Duffalo's office at (302) 994-9692 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chad Duffalo?
Please contact Dr. Duffalo's office at (302) 994-9692 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Chad Duffalo have?
Dr. Chad Duffalo is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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