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Who is Dr. Afshan, Infectious Disease Specialist in Canton, OH?
Dr. Kiran Afshan, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Canton, OH. Dr. Afshan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Afshan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Afshan’s office at (330) 363-2179.
What languages does Dr. Afshan speak?
Dr. Afshan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Afshan typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Afshan 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. Afshan. 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Cellulitis
- Cellulitis of Left Lower Limb
- Bacterial Skin Infection
- Leg Skin Infection
- Spreading Skin Infection
- Left Leg Skin Infection
- Bacterial Left Leg Infection
- Spreading Left Leg Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb
- L03116: Cellulitis of left lower limb
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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Afshan typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kiran Afshan 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. Afshan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Afshan accept my insurance?
Dr. Afshan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (330) 363-2179 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Afshan accept in Canton, OH?
Dr. Afshan in Canton, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aultman Health Foundation
CareSource
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medical Mutual of Ohio
Medicare
Summa Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Afshan's office located?
What is Dr. Afshan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Afshan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639459779.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Afshan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Afshan
What is Dr. Kiran Afshan's specialty?
Dr. Afshan is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Canton, OH.
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. Kiran Afshan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Afshan is affiliated with Aultman Hospital, Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Aultman Orrville 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 Kiran Afshan accepting new patients in Canton, OH?
Yes, Dr. Kiran Afshan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kiran Afshan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Afshan's office at (330) 363-2179 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kiran Afshan?
Please contact Dr. Afshan's office at (330) 363-2179 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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