Dr. Murli Purswani, MD
Bronx, NY
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Purswani, Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist in Bronx, NY?
Dr. Murli Purswani, MD is a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in Bronx, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Purswani completed his residency at Ny And Presby Hosp, Pediatric Infectious Diseases; Howard Univ Hosp, Pediatrics. Dr. Purswani is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Purswani’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Purswani’s office at (718) 960-1010.
Where did Dr. Purswani go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ny And Presby Hosp, Pediatric Infectious Diseases; Howard Univ Hosp, Pediatrics
Medical School: University of Ghana School of Medicine and Dentistry
Is Dr. Purswani board certified as a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Murli Purswani, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Purswani speak?
Dr. Purswani and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist like Dr. Purswani typically treat?
As a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, Dr. Purswani 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. Purswani. 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:
- Travel Health Counseling
- Traveler's Health
- Travel medicine consultation
- Pre-travel health advice
- International travel health
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7184: Encounter for health counseling related to travel
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
What procedures does a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist like Dr. Purswani typically perform?
As a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Murli Purswani 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. Purswani's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Purswani accept my insurance?
Dr. Purswani accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 960-1010 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Purswani accept in Bronx, NY?
Dr. Purswani in Bronx, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Allied National
Amida Care
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT)
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of Pennsylvania
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Purswani's office located?
Dr. Murli Purswani's Primary Practice
1685 Morris Ave Apt 1G
Bronx, NY 10457
(718) 960-1010
What is Dr. Purswani's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Purswani's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659465383.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Purswani?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Purswani
What is Dr. Murli Purswani's specialty?
Dr. Purswani is a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist near Bronx, NY.
What does a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist do?
A pediatrician trained in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of infectious diseases in children. This specialist utilizes their expertise to improve outcomes for pediatric infections, particularly those with complicated courses, underlying conditions that increase the risk of unusual or severe infections, ambiguous diagnoses, rare diseases, and complex or investigational treatments.
Is this Dr. Murli Purswani affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Purswani is affiliated with Bronxcare Health System 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 a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Murli Purswani accepting new patients in Bronx, NY?
Yes, Dr. Murli Purswani is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Murli Purswani offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Purswani's office at (718) 960-1010 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Murli Purswani?
Please contact Dr. Purswani's office at (718) 960-1010 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Murli Purswani have?
Dr. Murli Purswani is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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