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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Althoff, Infectious Disease Specialist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Amy Althoff, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Althoff is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Althoff’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Althoff’s office at (267) 507-6780.
What languages does Dr. Althoff speak?
Dr. Althoff and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Althoff typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Althoff 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. Althoff. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- Opioid Dependence
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Opioid use disorder
- OUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Nicotine Addiction
- E-Cigarettes
- Smokeless Tobacco
- Smoking
- Tobacco Addiction
- Smoking Addiction
- Vaping Addiction
- Nicotine Substance Use Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F17200: Nicotine dependence, unspecified, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Althoff typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Amy Althoff 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. Althoff's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Althoff accept my insurance?
Dr. Althoff accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (267) 507-6780 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Althoff accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Althoff in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Jefferson Health
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Althoff's office located?
Dr. Amy Althoff's Primary Practice
1427 Vine St Fl 5
Philadelphia, PA 19102
(267) 507-6780
What is Dr. Althoff's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Althoff's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972707446.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Althoff?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Althoff
What is Dr. Amy Althoff's specialty?
Dr. Althoff 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. Amy Althoff affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Althoff is affiliated with Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania 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 Amy Althoff accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Amy Althoff is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Amy Althoff offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Althoff's office at (267) 507-6780 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Amy Althoff?
Please contact Dr. Althoff's office at (267) 507-6780 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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