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Who is Dr. Pegues, Infectious Disease Specialist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. David Pegues, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Pegues completed his residency at Temple University Hospital. Dr. Pegues is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pegues’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pegues’s office.
Where did Dr. Pegues go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Temple University Hospital
Medical School: U Of Chgo Div Of Bio Sci Pritzker Sch Of Medicine
Is Dr. Pegues board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. David Pegues, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Pegues speak?
Dr. Pegues and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Pegues typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Pegues 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. Pegues. 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:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- High White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- Leukocytosis
- Elevated leukocyte count
- High WBC count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Pegues typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. David Pegues 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. Pegues' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Pegues accept my insurance?
Dr. Pegues accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pegues accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Pegues in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
Medicare
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Pegues' office located?
Infectious Disease Ppmc
3801 Filbert St Mab 1st Flr Infectious Disease Ppm
Philadelphia, PA 19104
What is Dr. Pegues's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pegues's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881614048.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pegues?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pegues
What is Dr. David Pegues's specialty?
Dr. Pegues is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Philadelphia, 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. David Pegues affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pegues is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center 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 David Pegues accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. David Pegues is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Pegues offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pegues's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Pegues?
Please contact Dr. Pegues's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. David Pegues have?
Dr. David Pegues is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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