23 Years of Experience
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. 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 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 as an 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 an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Afroze typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- E. Coli Sepsis
- E. Coli Infection
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
- E. coli Blood Infection
- E. coli Septicemia
- Bacterial Blood Poisoning
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
- A4151: Sepsis due to Escherichia coli [E. coli]
Also known as:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
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:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, 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:
- High White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- Leukocytosis
- Elevated leukocyte count
- High WBC count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Afroze typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Aneesa Afroze 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. Afroze's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Community Care Network
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Afroze's office located?
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.
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. Aneesa Afroze affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Afroze is affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center, St. Anthony Regional Hospital 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 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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