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Who is Dr. Westergaard, Infectious Disease Specialist in Madison, WI?
Dr. Ryan Westergaard, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Madison, WI with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Westergaard graduated from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Colorado Denver Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Westergaard is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Westergaard’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Westergaard’s office at (608) 252-6540.
Where did Dr. Westergaard go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, MD
Residency: University of Colorado Denver Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Westergaard board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Ryan Westergaard, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Westergaard speak?
Dr. Westergaard and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Westergaard typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Westergaard 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. Westergaard. 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:
- 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:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Westergaard typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Ryan Westergaard 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. Westergaard's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Westergaard accept my insurance?
Dr. Westergaard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (608) 252-6540 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Westergaard accept in Madison, WI?
Dr. Westergaard in Madison, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allegiance Benefit Plan Management
BCBS Unspecified
Centene Corporation
DLP Marquette Holding Company
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Wisconsin
UMR Administered Payer
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Westergaard's office located?
Dr. Ryan Westergaard's Primary Practice
600 Highland Ave
Madison, WI 53792
(608) 252-6540
What is Dr. Westergaard's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Westergaard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255423737.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Westergaard?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Westergaard
What is Dr. Ryan Westergaard's specialty?
Dr. Westergaard is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Madison, WI.
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. Ryan Westergaard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Westergaard is affiliated with Uw Health 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
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 Ryan Westergaard accepting new patients in Madison, WI?
Yes, Dr. Ryan Westergaard is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ryan Westergaard offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Westergaard's office at (608) 252-6540 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ryan Westergaard?
Please contact Dr. Westergaard's office at (608) 252-6540 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ryan Westergaard have?
Dr. Ryan Westergaard is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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