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Dr. Cassandra Salgado, MD

Infectious Disease Specialist

Charleston, SC

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Salgado, Infectious Disease Specialist in Charleston, SC?

    Dr. Cassandra Salgado, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Charleston, SC with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 24 years. Dr. Salgado graduated from West Virginia University School of Medicine. Dr. Salgado is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Salgado’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Salgado’s office at (843) 792-1414.

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

    • Medical School: West Virginia University School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Salgado speak?

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

    • English

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

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

    • Blood Infection
    • Sepsis
    • Bacteremia
    • Bacteria in blood
    • Bloodstream infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7881: Bacteremia

    Also known as:

    • HIV
    • Human Immunodeficiency Virus
    • AIDS virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease

    Also known as:

    • Bone Infection
    • Osteomyelitis
    • Infected Bone
    • Bone Inflammation
    • Bone Infection Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M869: Osteomyelitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Infective Endocarditis
    • Endocarditis
    • Heart valve infection
    • Bacterial endocarditis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I330: Acute and subacute infective endocarditis

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    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:

    • Peritoneal Abscess
    • Abscess
    • Peritoneal Disorder
    • Abdominal abscess
    • Intra-abdominal abscess
    • Pus pocket in abdomen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K651: Peritoneal abscess

    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. Salgado typically perform?

    As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Cassandra Salgado may include:

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

    Does Dr. Salgado accept my insurance?

    Dr. Salgado accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 792-1414 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Salgado accept in Charleston, SC?

    Dr. Salgado in Charleston, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of South Carolina

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Salgado's office located?

    Dr. Cassandra Salgado's Primary Practice

    171 Ashley Ave

    Charleston, SC 29425

    (843) 792-1414

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    Dr. Cassandra Salgado's Practice 2

    PO Box

    Georgetown, SC 29442

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

    Dr. Salgado's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912015876.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Salgado?

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

    What is Dr. Cassandra Salgado's specialty?

    Dr. Salgado is an Infectious Disease Specialist near Charleston, SC.

    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. Cassandra Salgado affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Salgado is affiliated with Musc Health University Medical Center, Musc Health - Orangeburg, Musc Health Lancaster Medical Center 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

    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. Cassandra Salgado accepting new patients in Charleston, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Cassandra Salgado is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Cassandra Salgado offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Salgado's office at (843) 792-1414 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Cassandra Salgado?

    Please contact Dr. Salgado's office at (843) 792-1414 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Salgado's office located?

    Dr. Salgado's offices are located in Charleston, SC and Georgetown, SC.