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Who is Dr. Dutcher, Infectious Disease Specialist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Lauren Dutcher, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Dutcher completed her residency at University of Pennsylvania Health System Program. Dr. Dutcher is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dutcher’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dutcher’s office at (215) 662-6932.
Where did Dr. Dutcher go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Pennsylvania Health System Program
What languages does Dr. Dutcher speak?
Dr. Dutcher and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Dutcher typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Dutcher 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. Dutcher. 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:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
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
Also known as:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Dutcher typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Lauren Dutcher 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. Dutcher's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Dutcher accept my insurance?
Dr. Dutcher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 662-6932 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dutcher accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Dutcher in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Federal government of the United States
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Humana
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
Medicare
Risant Health
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Dutcher's office located?
Dr. Lauren Dutcher's Primary Practice
3400 Civic Center Blvd
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 662-6932
What is Dr. Dutcher's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dutcher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841635687.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dutcher?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dutcher
What is Dr. Lauren Dutcher's specialty?
Dr. Dutcher 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. Lauren Dutcher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dutcher is affiliated with Penn Medicine Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania, Riddle 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
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Is Lauren Dutcher accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Lauren Dutcher is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lauren Dutcher offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dutcher's office at (215) 662-6932 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lauren Dutcher?
Please contact Dr. Dutcher's office at (215) 662-6932 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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