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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kramer, Infectious Disease Specialist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Carolyn Kramer, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Kramer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kramer’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kramer’s office at (215) 955-7785.
What languages does Dr. Kramer speak?
Dr. Kramer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Kramer typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Kramer 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. Kramer. 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.
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Spinal Bone Infection
- Bone Infection
- Vertebral Osteomyelitis
- Infected Spine Bone
- Spine Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4620: Osteomyelitis of vertebra, site unspecified
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Kramer typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Carolyn Kramer 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. Kramer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kramer accept my insurance?
Dr. Kramer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 955-7785 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kramer accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Kramer in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna Group
CMS
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Kramer's office located?
What is Dr. Kramer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kramer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235405515.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kramer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kramer
What is Dr. Carolyn Kramer's specialty?
Dr. Kramer is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Philadelphia, PA.
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. Carolyn Kramer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kramer is affiliated with Thomas Jefferson University 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
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Is Carolyn Kramer accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Carolyn Kramer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Carolyn Kramer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kramer's office at (215) 955-7785 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Carolyn Kramer?
Please contact Dr. Kramer's office at (215) 955-7785 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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