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37 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Quentzel, Infectious Disease Specialist in Derby, CT?
Dr. Howard Quentzel, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Derby, CT. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Quentzel graduated from New York Medical College and completed his residency at Lenox Hill Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Quentzel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Quentzel’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Quentzel’s office at (203) 732-7439.
Where did Dr. Quentzel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Lenox Hill Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: New York Med Coll- Valhalla Ny | New York Medical College
Is Dr. Quentzel board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Howard Quentzel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Quentzel speak?
Dr. Quentzel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Quentzel typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Quentzel 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. Quentzel. 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- Kidney Infection
- Kidney Disease
- Kidney Infection (Pyelonephritis)
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
- Pyelonephritis
- Acute Kidney Infection
- Renal Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
- N10: Acute pyelonephritis
Also known as:
- Other Acute Right Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
- Other Acute Left Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
- Bone Infection
- Acute Right Ankle and Foot Osteomyelitis
- Sudden Right Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
- Right Ankle and Foot Bone Inflammation
- Acute Left Ankle and Foot Osteomyelitis
- Sudden Left Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
- Left Ankle and Foot Bone Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M86171: Other acute osteomyelitis, right ankle and foot
- M86172: Other acute osteomyelitis, left ankle and foot
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
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Quentzel typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Howard Quentzel 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. Quentzel's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Quentzel accept my insurance?
Dr. Quentzel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 732-7439 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Quentzel accept in Derby, CT?
Dr. Quentzel in Derby, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
State of Connecticut
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Quentzel's office located?
What is Dr. Quentzel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Quentzel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063438406.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Quentzel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Quentzel
What is Dr. Howard Quentzel's specialty?
Dr. Quentzel is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Derby, CT.
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. Howard Quentzel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Quentzel is affiliated with Griffin 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 Howard Quentzel accepting new patients in Derby, CT?
Yes, Dr. Howard Quentzel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Howard Quentzel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Quentzel's office at (203) 732-7439 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Howard Quentzel?
Please contact Dr. Quentzel's office at (203) 732-7439 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Howard Quentzel have?
Dr. Howard Quentzel is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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