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Dr. Costi Sifri, MD

Charlottesville, VA

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sifri, Infectious Disease Specialist in Charlottesville, VA?

    Dr. Costi Sifri, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Charlottesville, VA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Sifri is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sifri’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sifri’s office at (434) 243-9552.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Sifri?

    Dr. Costi Sifri, 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. Sifri empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Infections In Transplant Patients, Staphylococcal Infections, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Charlottesville/VA community, Dr. Sifri is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

      Is Dr. Sifri board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?

      Yes, Dr. Costi Sifri, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

      What languages does Dr. Sifri speak?

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

      • English

      What conditions does Dr. Sifri treat?

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

      • Having a Kidney Transplant
      • Kidney Transplantation
      • Kidney Transplant
      • Renal transplant
      • Kidney replacement surgery
      • Post-kidney transplant

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z940: Kidney transplant status

      Also known as:

      • Low Neutrophil Count
      • Blood Disorder
      • Neutropenia
      • Low white blood cell count
      • Neutrophil deficiency

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • D709: Neutropenia, unspecified

      Also known as:

      • Pneumonia
      • Lung Infection
      • Chest Infection
      • Pneumonitis

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

      Also known as:

      • Sepsis
      • Blood Poisoning
      • Septicemia
      • Systemic Bacterial Infection

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

      Also known as:

      • Organ and Tissue Donor Examination
      • Organ Donation
      • Donor screening exam
      • Organ donation assessment
      • Tissue donor evaluation

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z005: Encounter for examination of potential donor of organ and tissue

      Also known as:

      • Stem Cell Transplant
      • Stem Cells
      • Bone Marrow Transplant
      • Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant
      • Cell Therapy Transplant

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z9484: Stem cells transplant status

      Also known as:

      • Cytomegalovirus Infection
      • CMV infection
      • CMV disease

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • B259: Cytomegaloviral disease, unspecified

      Also known as:

      • Acute Myeloid Leukemia
      • AML Leukemia
      • Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia
      • Acute Myelogenous Leukemia

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • C9200: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, not having achieved remission

      Also known as:

      • Fever
      • High temperature
      • Pyrexia
      • Elevated body temperature

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • R509: Fever, unspecified

      Also known as:

      • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
      • Respiratory Failure
      • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
      • Hypoxic respiratory failure
      • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

      Also known as:

      • Acute Kidney Failure
      • Kidney Failure
      • Acute Renal Failure
      • Sudden Kidney Failure

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

      Also known as:

      • Bacterial Infection
      • Bacterial Disease
      • Germ Infection
      • Microbial Infection

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • A498: Other bacterial infections of unspecified site

      Which procedures does Dr. Sifri perform as an Infectious Disease Specialist?

      Does Dr. Sifri accept my insurance?

      Dr. Sifri accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (434) 243-9552 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

      What insurance plans does Dr. Sifri accept in Charlottesville, VA?

      Dr. Sifri in Charlottesville, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

      Top Insurances

      • Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)

      • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

      • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

      • Fox Insurance Company

      • Humana

      • Medicare

      • OptumRx

      • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

      • State of Virginia

      • UnitedHealthcare

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      Where is Dr. Sifri's office located?

      Dr. Costi Sifri's Primary Practice

      1300 Jefferson Park Ave

      Charlottesville, VA 22903

      (434) 243-9552

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      Dr. Costi Sifri's Practice 2

      Lee St

      Charlottesville, VA 22908

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

      Dr. Sifri's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598834137.

      What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sifri?

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

      What is Dr. Costi Sifri's specialty?

      Dr. Sifri is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Charlottesville, VA.

      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. Sifri to book an appointment today.

      Is this Dr. Costi Sifri affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

      Yes, Dr. Sifri is affiliated with UVA University Hospital 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?

      Explore Infectious Disease Specialist with 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 Costi Sifri accepting new patients in Charlottesville, VA?

      Yes, Dr. Costi Sifri is accepting new patients at this time.

      Does Dr. Costi Sifri offer online booking?

      Please contact Dr. Sifri's office at (434) 243-9552 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

      How can I make an appointment with Costi Sifri?

      Please contact Dr. Sifri's office at (434) 243-9552 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

      Which board certifications does Dr. Costi Sifri have?

      Dr. Costi Sifri is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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