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38 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Suarez-Favetta, Infectious Disease Specialist in Tunkhannock, PA?
Dr. Militza Suarez-Favetta, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Tunkhannock, PA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified. Dr. Suarez-Favetta is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Suarez-Favetta’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Suarez-Favetta’s office at (570) 996-6555.
Where did Dr. Suarez-Favetta go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Universidad De La Salle
Is Dr. Suarez-Favetta board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Militza Suarez-Favetta, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Suarez-Favetta speak?
Dr. Suarez-Favetta and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Suarez-Favetta typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Suarez-Favetta 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. Suarez-Favetta. 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:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- HIV Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
- PrEP for HIV
- HIV Prevention Medication
- Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
- Z2981: Encounter for HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis
Also known as:
- High-Risk Sexual Behavior
- Unsafe sex practices
- Risky sexual activity
- Sexual health risks
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7252: High risk homosexual behavior
Also known as:
- Exposure to Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI)
- Sexually Transmitted Infection
- Contact with STD
- Suspected STI exposure
- Sexual disease contact
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z202: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Suarez-Favetta typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Militza Suarez-Favetta 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
Please contact Dr. Suarez-Favetta's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Suarez-Favetta accept my insurance?
Dr. Suarez-Favetta accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 996-6555 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Suarez-Favetta accept in Tunkhannock, PA?
Dr. Suarez-Favetta in Tunkhannock, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Oscar Health
Risant Health
UnitedHealth Group
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Suarez-Favetta's office located?
Dr. Militza Suarez-Favetta's Primary Practice
1 Kim Ave Ste 2
Tunkhannock, PA 18657
(570) 996-6555
What is Dr. Suarez-Favetta's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Suarez-Favetta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477652196.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Suarez-Favetta?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Suarez-Favetta
What is Dr. Militza Suarez-Favetta's specialty?
Dr. Suarez-Favetta is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Tunkhannock, PA.
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 this Dr. Militza Suarez-Favetta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Suarez-Favetta is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network - Hazleton, Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Wilkes-Barre General 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
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 Militza Suarez-Favetta accepting new patients in Tunkhannock, PA?
Yes, Dr. Militza Suarez-Favetta is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Militza Suarez-Favetta offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Suarez-Favetta's office at (570) 996-6555 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Militza Suarez-Favetta?
Please contact Dr. Suarez-Favetta's office at (570) 996-6555 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Militza Suarez-Favetta have?
Dr. Militza Suarez-Favetta is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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