Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bloch, Infectious Disease Specialist in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Karen Bloch, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Bloch completed her residency at Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Infectious Diseases; Yale New Haven Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Bloch is fluent in English and Kannada, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bloch’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bloch’s office.
Where did Dr. Bloch go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of California San Francisco Medical Center
Residency: Univ Ca Sf Sch Of Med, Infectious Diseases; Yale New Haven Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Va Sch of Med, Charlottesville Va | University of Virginia
Is Dr. Bloch board certified in Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Karen Bloch, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bloch speak?
Dr. Bloch and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Kannada
What conditions does Dr. Bloch treat?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Bloch 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. Bloch. 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Which procedures does Dr. Bloch perform as a Infectious Disease Specialist?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Karen Bloch 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. Bloch's office.
Does Dr. Bloch accept my insurance?
Dr. Bloch 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. Bloch accept in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Bloch in Nashville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Oscar Health Insurance Co
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Bloch's office located?
What is Dr. Bloch's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bloch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083798193.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bloch?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bloch
What is Dr. Karen Bloch's specialty?
Dr. Bloch is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Nashville, TN.
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. Bloch to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Karen Bloch affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bloch is affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center 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 Karen Bloch accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Karen Bloch is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karen Bloch offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bloch's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karen Bloch?
Please contact Dr. Bloch's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Karen Bloch have?
Dr. Karen Bloch is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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