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Dr. Frank Esper, MD
Cleveland, OH
21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Esper, Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Frank Esper, MD is a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in Cleveland, OH with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Esper graduated from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Bridgeport Hospital/Yale University Program. Dr. Esper is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Esper’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Esper’s office at (216) 476-7000.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Esper?
Dr. Frank Esper, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Esper empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Fungal Infections, Infections-Transplant, Lyme Disease, Viral Infections, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Cleveland/OH community, Dr. Esper is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Esper go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Bridgeport Hospital/Yale University Program
Medical School: Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Esper board certified in Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Frank Esper, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Esper speak?
Dr. Esper and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Esper treat?
As a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, Dr. Esper 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. Esper. 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:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Newborn Suspected Infection Ruled Out
- Newborn Screening
- No newborn infection found
- Infant infectious disease cleared
- Newborn sepsis ruled out
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z051: Observation and evaluation of newborn for suspected infectious condition ruled out
Also known as:
- Lyme Arthritis
- Lyme Disease
- Infectious Arthritis
- Lyme disease joint pain
- Infectious arthritis from Lyme
- Borreliosis
- Tick-borne illness
ICD-10 Codes:
- A6923: Arthritis due to Lyme disease
- A6920: Lyme disease, unspecified
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:
- Kidney Inflammation
- Kidney Disease
- Interstitial Nephritis
- Tubulointerstitial Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N12: Tubulo-interstitial nephritis, not specified as acute or chronic
Also known as:
- Kawasaki disease
- Kawasaki Disease
- Mucocutaneous lymph node syndrome
- Kawasaki syndrome
- Infantile polyarteritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M303: Mucocutaneous lymph node syndrome [Kawasaki]
Also known as:
- Skin Rash
- Rashes
- Skin Eruption
- Hives
- Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
Also known as:
- Swollen Lymph Nodes
- Lymphatic Disease
- Inflamed Lymph Glands
- Lymph Node Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- I889: Nonspecific lymphadenitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bacterial Infection
- Bacterial Disease
- Germ Infection
- Microbial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A498: Other bacterial infections of unspecified site
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:
- Other Viral Infection
- Viral Infection
- Uncommon Viral Diseases
- Rare Viral Infections
- Miscellaneous Viral Illnesses
ICD-10 Codes:
- B348: Other viral infections of unspecified site
Also known as:
- Cellulitis of Face
- Cellulitis
- Facial Skin Infection
- Bacterial Face Infection
- Spreading Face Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03211: Cellulitis of face
Also known as:
- Abnormal Tuberculosis Blood Test Result
- Positive TB Blood Test
- Interferon Gamma Release Assay Reaction
- IGRA Positive
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7612: Nonspecific reaction to cell mediated immunity measurement of gamma interferon antigen response without active tuberculosis
Also known as:
- Low Neutrophil Count
- Blood Disorder
- Neutropenia
- Low white blood cell count
- Neutrophil deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D709: Neutropenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Local Skin Infection
- Skin Infection
- Skin bacterial infection
- Subcutaneous tissue infection
- Localized skin infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L089: Local infection of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Widespread Swollen Lymph Nodes
- Generalized lymphadenopathy
- Multiple swollen glands
- Body-wide enlarged lymph nodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- R591: Generalized enlarged lymph nodes
Which procedures does Dr. Esper perform as a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist?
As a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Frank Esper 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. Esper's office.
Does Dr. Esper accept my insurance?
Dr. Esper accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (216) 476-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Esper accept in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Esper in Cleveland, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CareSource
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Medical Mutual
State of Ohio
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Esper's office located?
What is Dr. Esper's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Esper's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942227392.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Esper?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Esper
What is Dr. Frank Esper's specialty?
Dr. Esper is a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist near Cleveland, OH. A pediatrician trained in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of infectious diseases in children. This specialist utilizes their expertise to improve outcomes for pediatric infections, particularly those with complicated courses, underlying conditions that increase the risk of unusual or severe infections, ambiguous diagnoses, rare diseases, and complex or investigational treatments. Contact Dr. Esper to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Frank Esper affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Esper is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Cleveland Clinic Children's Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist?
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Is Frank Esper accepting new patients in Cleveland, OH?
Yes, Dr. Frank Esper is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Frank Esper offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Esper's office at (216) 476-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Frank Esper?
Please contact Dr. Esper's office at (216) 476-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Frank Esper have?
Dr. Frank Esper is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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