21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Amorosa, Infectious Disease Specialist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Valerianna Amorosa, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Amorosa graduated from Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis and completed her residency at Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. She is a member of the ACTG-Hepatitis Transformative Science Group, International AIDS Society, American Association for the Study of the Liver, HIV Medicine Association, and Infectious Diseases Society of America ,. Dr. Amorosa is fluent in English, Creoles and pidgins, Haitian, and Haitian Creole, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Amorosa’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Amorosa’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Amorosa?
Dr. Valerianna Amorosa, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Infectious Disease Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Amorosa empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in HIV, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Philadelphia/PA community, Dr. Amorosa is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Amorosa go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
Medical School: Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis
Is Dr. Amorosa board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Valerianna Amorosa, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 2001, American Board of Internal Medicine since 2004
What languages does Dr. Amorosa speak?
Dr. Amorosa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Creoles and pidgins
English
Haitian
Haitian Creole
What conditions does Dr. Amorosa treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Amorosa 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. Amorosa. 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.
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:
- 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Which procedures does Dr. Amorosa perform as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Valerianna Amorosa 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Amorosa's office.
Does Dr. Amorosa accept my insurance?
Dr. Amorosa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Amorosa accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Amorosa in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Express Scripts
Health Partners Plans
Highmark Inc.
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
Reid Health
State of Pennsylvania
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Amorosa's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
ACTG-Hepatitis Transformative Science Group
Member
International AIDS Society
Member
American Association for the Study of the Liver
Member
HIV Medicine Association
Member
Infectious Diseases Society of America ,
Member
What is Dr. Amorosa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Amorosa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679673875.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Amorosa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Amorosa
What is Dr. Valerianna Amorosa's specialty?
Dr. Amorosa is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Philadelphia, PA.
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.
Contact Dr. Amorosa to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Valerianna Amorosa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Amorosa 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
Where can I learn more about Infectious Disease Specialist?
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Is Valerianna Amorosa accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Valerianna Amorosa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Valerianna Amorosa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Amorosa's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Valerianna Amorosa?
Please contact Dr. Amorosa's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Valerianna Amorosa have?
Dr. Valerianna Amorosa is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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