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Who is Dr. Hemmige, Infectious Disease Specialist in Bronx, NY?
Dr. Vagish Hemmige, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Bronx, NY. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Hemmige completed his residency at University of Chicago Medical Center. Dr. Hemmige is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hemmige’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hemmige’s office at (713) 920-4321.
Where did Dr. Hemmige go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Chicago Medical Center, Infectious Disease
Residency: University of Chicago Medical Center
Is Dr. Hemmige board certified in Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Vagish Hemmige, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hemmige speak?
Dr. Hemmige and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Hemmige treat?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Hemmige 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. Hemmige. 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.
Also known as:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Lung Mycobacterial Infection
- Mycobacterial Infection
- Pulmonary NTM Infection
- Lung Nontuberculous Mycobacteria
ICD-10 Codes:
- A310: Pulmonary mycobacterial infection
Which procedures does Dr. Hemmige perform as a Infectious Disease Specialist?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Vagish Hemmige 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hemmige's office.
Does Dr. Hemmige accept my insurance?
Dr. Hemmige accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 920-4321 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hemmige accept in Bronx, NY?
Dr. Hemmige in Bronx, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elderplan
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
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Where is Dr. Hemmige's office located?
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Vagish Hemmige?
Dr. Hemmige has appointments available at his Bronx, NY office. Please select a date and time below.
What is Dr. Hemmige's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hemmige's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205162245.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hemmige?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hemmige
What is Dr. Vagish Hemmige's specialty?
Dr. Hemmige is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Bronx, NY.
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.
Contact Dr. Hemmige to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Vagish Hemmige affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hemmige is affiliated with Montefiore Hospital (moses Campus) 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
Where can I learn more about Infectious Disease Specialist?
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Is Vagish Hemmige accepting new patients in Bronx, NY?
Yes, Dr. Vagish Hemmige is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vagish Hemmige offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Hemmige, or call (713) 920-4321 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Vagish Hemmige?
Please contact Dr. Hemmige's office at (713) 920-4321 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Vagish Hemmige have?
Dr. Vagish Hemmige is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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