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Dr. Krishna Dass, MD

Infectious Disease Specialist

Washington, DC

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Dass, Infectious Disease Specialist in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Krishna Dass, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC. He has been practicing for over 26 years. Dr. Dass graduated from Padmashree Dr. D.Y. Patil Medical College and completed his residency at St Barnabas Hospital. Dr. Dass is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dass’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dass’s office.

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

    • Residency: St Barnabas Hospital | St Barnabas Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Stanley Medical College/University Hospital | Padmashree Dr. D.Y. Patil Medical College

    What languages does Dr. Dass speak?

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

    • English
    • Tamil

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

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

    • 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:

    • 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

    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:

    • 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:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

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

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

    • Removal of Tunneled Central Venous Catheter
    • Central Line Removal
    • Tunneled Catheter Extraction
    • Venous Access Device Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 36589: Removal of tunneled central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump

    Does Dr. Dass accept my insurance?

    Dr. Dass accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Dass accept in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Dass in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Maryland Physicians Care

    • Medicare

    • MedStar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Dass' office located?

    South Tower

    106 Irving St NW Ste 208

    Washington, DC 20010

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

    Dr. Dass's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598739724.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dass?

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

    What is Dr. Krishna Dass's specialty?

    Dr. Dass is an Infectious Disease Specialist near Washington, DC.

    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. Krishna Dass affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Dass is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Medstar St. Mary's 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 Dr. Krishna Dass accepting new patients in Washington, DC?

    Yes, Dr. Krishna Dass is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Krishna Dass offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Dass' office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Krishna Dass?

    Please contact Dr. Dass' office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Dass' office located?

    Dr. Dass' office is located in Washington, DC.