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27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Roberts, Infectious Disease Specialist in Washington, DC?
Dr. Afsoon Roberts, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Roberts graduated from Mechanical Engineering and completed her residency at Geo Washington Univ Sch Med, Infectious Diseases; Geo Washington Univ Sch Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Roberts is fluent in English, French, German, and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Roberts’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Roberts’s office at (202) 741-3333.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Roberts?
Dr. Afsoon Roberts, 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. Roberts empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in HIV, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Washington, DC community, Dr. Roberts is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Roberts go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Geo Washington Univ Sch Med, Infectious Diseases; Geo Washington Univ Sch Med, Internal Medicine | George Washington University Medical Center | George Washington University Program A
Medical School: Mechanical Engineering
Is Dr. Roberts board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Afsoon Roberts, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Roberts speak?
Dr. Roberts and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
German
Persian
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Roberts typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Roberts 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. Roberts. 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:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
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:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cellulitis
- Bacterial Skin Infection
- Leg Skin Infection
- Spreading Skin Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb
Also known as:
- Latent Tuberculosis
- Tuberculosis
- Inactive TB
- Latent TB Infection
- Hidden TB
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z227: Latent tuberculosis
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Roberts typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Afsoon Roberts 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. Roberts' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Roberts accept my insurance?
Dr. Roberts accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 741-3333 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Roberts accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Roberts in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
District of Columbia
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Roberts' office located?
What is Dr. Roberts's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Roberts's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124114277.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Roberts?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Roberts
What is Dr. Afsoon Roberts's specialty?
Dr. Roberts is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Washington, DC.
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. Afsoon Roberts affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Roberts is affiliated with George Washington 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 Afsoon Roberts accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Afsoon Roberts is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Afsoon Roberts offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Roberts's office at (202) 741-3333 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Afsoon Roberts?
Please contact Dr. Roberts's office at (202) 741-3333 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Afsoon Roberts have?
Dr. Afsoon Roberts is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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