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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bacon, Infectious Disease Specialist in Newark, DE?
Dr. Alfred Bacon, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Newark, DE with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Bacon graduated from Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University. Dr. Bacon is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bacon’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bacon’s office.
Where did Dr. Bacon go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University | Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University
Is Dr. Bacon board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Alfred Bacon, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bacon speak?
Dr. Bacon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Bacon typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Bacon 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. Bacon. 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:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
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:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Bacon typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Bacon performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Bacon. 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:
- Multi-Layer Leg Compression Wrap
- Compression Bandage Application
- Leg Compression System
- Ankle and Foot Compression
CPT Codes:
- 29581: Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot
Does Dr. Bacon accept my insurance?
Dr. Bacon 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. Bacon accept in Newark, DE?
Dr. Bacon in Newark, DE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Independence Health Group
Medicaid
Medicare
Riverside Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bacon's office located?
What is Dr. Bacon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bacon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902967508.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bacon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bacon
What is Dr. Alfred Bacon's specialty?
Dr. Bacon is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Newark, DE.
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. Alfred Bacon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bacon is affiliated with Wilmington Hospital, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Alfred Bacon accepting new patients in Newark, DE?
Yes, Dr. Alfred Bacon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alfred Bacon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bacon's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alfred Bacon?
Please contact Dr. Bacon's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alfred Bacon have?
Dr. Alfred Bacon is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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