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Who is Dr. Guiang, Infectious Disease Specialist in Claremont, CA?
Dr. Karen Michelle Guiang, DO is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Claremont, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Guiang graduated from Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific. Dr. Guiang is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Guiang’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Guiang’s office at (626) 851-8880.
Where did Dr. Guiang go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific
What languages does Dr. Guiang speak?
Dr. Guiang and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Guiang typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Guiang 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. Guiang. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
- A4150: Gram-negative sepsis, unspecified
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:
- Lobar Pneumonia
- Pneumonia
- Lung Lobe Infection
- Bacterial Pneumonia
- Severe Pneumonia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J181: Lobar pneumonia, unspecified organism
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
Also known as:
- Cellulitis
- Cellulitis of Left Lower Limb
- Bacterial Skin Infection
- Leg Skin Infection
- Spreading Skin Infection
- Left Leg Skin Infection
- Bacterial Left Leg Infection
- Spreading Left Leg Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb
- L03116: Cellulitis of left lower limb
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. Guiang typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Guiang 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. Guiang. 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:
- Vein Needle or Catheter Insertion
- Venipuncture
- IV Insertion
- Intravenous Access
- Catheter Placement Vein
CPT Codes:
- 36000: Introduction of needle or intracatheter, vein
Also known as:
- Removal of Tunneled Central Venous Catheter
- Central Line Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
- Venous Access Device Removal
CPT Codes:
- 36589: Removal of tunneled central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump
Does Dr. Guiang accept my insurance?
Dr. Guiang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (626) 851-8880 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Guiang accept in Claremont, CA?
Dr. Guiang in Claremont, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Inland Empire Health Plan
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Guiang's office located?
Dr. Karen Michelle Guiang's Primary Practice
935 W Foothill Blvd
Claremont, CA 91711
(626) 851-8880
208 Foothills Infectious Disease Medical
1135 S Sunset Ave Ste 208
West Covina, CA 91790
What is Dr. Guiang's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Guiang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871738344.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Guiang?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Guiang
What is Dr. Karen Michelle Guiang's specialty?
Dr. Guiang is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Claremont, CA.
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. Karen Michelle Guiang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Guiang is affiliated with San Antonio Regional Hospital, Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park Medical Center, Arrowhead Regional Medical Center, City Of Hope - Duarte Cancer Center 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
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 Karen Michelle Guiang accepting new patients in Claremont, CA?
Yes, Dr. Karen Michelle Guiang is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karen Michelle Guiang offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Guiang's office at (626) 851-8880 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karen Michelle Guiang?
Please contact Dr. Guiang's office at (626) 851-8880 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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