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36 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Butera, Infectious Disease Specialist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Michael Butera, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Butera completed his residency at Emory Univ Hosp, Infectious Diseases; Emory Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Butera is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Butera’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Butera’s office at (619) 462-9010.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Butera?
Dr. Michael Butera, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Infectious Disease Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Butera empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Sexually Transmitted Diseases, Travel Medicine, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Diego, CA community, Dr. Butera is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Butera go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Emory Univ Hosp, Infectious Diseases; Emory Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny
Is Dr. Butera board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Michael Butera, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Butera speak?
Dr. Butera and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Butera typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Butera 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. Butera. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- Bacteria in Urine
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
- Bacteriuria
- Urinary bacteria
- Infection in urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
- R8271: Bacteriuria
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Butera typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Butera 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. Butera's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Butera accept my insurance?
Dr. Butera accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 462-9010 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Butera accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Butera in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Community Health Group
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
Sharp HealthCare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Butera's office located?
Dr. Michael Butera's Primary Practice
6699 Alvarado Rd Ste 2308
San Diego, CA 92120
(619) 462-9010
What is Dr. Butera's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Butera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104925205.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Butera?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Butera
What is Dr. Michael Butera's specialty?
Dr. Butera is a Infectious Disease Specialist near San Diego, CA.
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. Michael Butera affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Butera is affiliated with Sharp Coronado 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
When to see an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Michael Butera accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Butera is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Butera offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Butera's office at (619) 462-9010 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Butera?
Please contact Dr. Butera's office at (619) 462-9010 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Butera have?
Dr. Michael Butera is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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