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Dr. Aneesa Afroze, MD

Des Moines, IA

23 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Afroze, Infectious Disease Specialist in Des Moines, IA?

    Dr. Aneesa Afroze, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Des Moines, IA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Afroze graduated from Deccan College of Medical Sciences and completed her residency at University of Missouri-Columbia Program. Dr. Afroze is fluent in English, Hindi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Afroze’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Afroze’s office.

    Where did Dr. Afroze go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: University of Missouri-Columbia Program

    • Medical School: Deccan College Of Med Science Osmania University | Deccan College of Medical Sciences

    Is Dr. Afroze board certified in Infectious Disease Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Aneesa Afroze, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Afroze speak?

    Dr. Afroze and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Hindi

    • Urdu

    What conditions does Dr. Afroze treat?

    As a Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Afroze 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. Afroze. 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:

    • Sepsis
    • E. Coli Sepsis
    • MRSA Sepsis
    • MSSA Blood Poisoning
    • E. Coli Infection
    • Antibiotic Resistance
    • MRSA
    • Staphylococcal Infection
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection
    • E. coli Blood Infection
    • E. coli Septicemia
    • Bacterial Blood Poisoning
    • Methicillin-Resistant Staph Sepsis
    • MRSA Blood Infection
    • Staph Sepsis (MRSA)
    • MSSA Sepsis
    • Methicillin-Sensitive Staph Sepsis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
    • A4151: Sepsis due to Escherichia coli [E. coli]
    • A4102: Sepsis due to Methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus
    • A4189: Other specified sepsis
    • A4101: Sepsis due to Methicillin susceptible Staphylococcus aureus

    Also known as:

    • Blood Infection
    • Sepsis
    • Bacteremia
    • Bacteria in blood
    • Bloodstream infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7881: Bacteremia

    Also known as:

    • HIV
    • Human Immunodeficiency Virus
    • AIDS virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease

    Also known as:

    • High White Blood Cell Count
    • Low Neutrophil Count
    • Blood Disorder
    • Leukocytosis
    • Elevated leukocyte count
    • High WBC count
    • Neutropenia
    • Low white blood cell count
    • Neutrophil deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
    • D709: Neutropenia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • External Surgical Wound Opening
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • External wound dehiscence
    • Surgical incision separation
    • Outer wound rupture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T8131XA: Disruption of external operation (surgical) wound, not elsewhere classified, initial encounter

    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:

    • Cellulitis of Left Lower Limb
    • Cellulitis
    • Left Leg Skin Infection
    • Bacterial Left Leg Infection
    • Spreading Left Leg Infection
    • Bacterial Skin Infection
    • Leg Skin Infection
    • Spreading Skin Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L03116: Cellulitis of left lower limb
    • L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Foot
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Foot Wound
    • Foot Sore from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Asymptomatic HIV Infection
    • HIV
    • HIV positive without symptoms
    • Latent HIV infection
    • HIV carrier

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z21: Asymptomatic human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] infection status

    Also known as:

    • Infective Endocarditis
    • Endocarditis
    • Heart valve infection
    • Bacterial endocarditis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I330: Acute and subacute infective endocarditis

    Also known as:

    • Toxic brain damage
    • Toxic encephalopathy
    • Brain damage from toxins
    • Drug-induced brain disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G928: Other toxic encephalopathy

    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

    Which procedures does Dr. Afroze perform as a Infectious Disease Specialist?

    Does Dr. Afroze accept my insurance?

    Dr. Afroze 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. Afroze accept in Des Moines, IA?

    Dr. Afroze in Des Moines, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • HealthPartners

    • Humana

    • Medica

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • State of Iowa

    • Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield

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    Where is Dr. Afroze's office located?

    Dr. Aneesa Afroze's Primary Practice

    411 Laurel St

    Des Moines, IA 50314

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    2050 Mercyone Clive Audiology

    800 E 1st St

    Ankeny, IA 50021

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    Dr. Aneesa Afroze's Practice 3

    5901 Westown Pkwy

    West Des Moines, IA 50266

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    What is Dr. Afroze's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Afroze's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457378242.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Afroze?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Afroze

    What is Dr. Aneesa Afroze's specialty?

    Dr. Afroze is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Des Moines, IA.

    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. Afroze to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Aneesa Afroze affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Afroze is affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center 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?

    Explore Infectious Disease Specialist with 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 Aneesa Afroze accepting new patients in Des Moines, IA?

    Yes, Dr. Aneesa Afroze is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Aneesa Afroze offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Afroze's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Aneesa Afroze?

    Please contact Dr. Afroze's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Aneesa Afroze have?

    Dr. Aneesa Afroze is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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