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39 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Puentes, Infectious Disease Specialist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Stephen Puentes, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified. Dr. Puentes graduated from University of California and completed his residency at N I H-W G Magnuson Cli Ctr, Infectious Diseases Univ Of Md Med Sys, Internal Medicine. Dr. Puentes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Puentes’s office at (323) 846-4219.
Where did Dr. Puentes go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: N I H-W G Magnuson Cli Ctr, Infectious Diseases Univ Of Md Med Sys, Internal Medicine | N I H W G MAGNUSON CLI CENTER
Medical School: University of Ca, San Diego, Sch of Med, La Jolla Ca | University of California
Is Dr. Puentes board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Puentes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Puentes speak?
Dr. Puentes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Puentes typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, conditions treated by Dr. Stephen Puentes may include:
Please contact Dr. Puentes' office directly to confirm care for your specific condition, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Puentes typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Stephen Puentes 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. Puentes' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Puentes accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Puentes' office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Puentes' office located?
Dr. Stephen Puentes' Primary Practice
5850 S Main St Rm 1127
Los Angeles, CA 90003
(323) 846-4219
What is Dr. Puentes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Puentes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336295997.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Puentes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Puentes
What is Dr. Stephen Puentes's specialty?
Dr. Puentes is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Los Angeles, CA.
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. Stephen Puentes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Puentes is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
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Is Stephen Puentes accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Puentes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Puentes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Puentes's office at (323) 846-4219 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen Puentes?
Please contact Dr. Puentes's office at (323) 846-4219 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Stephen Puentes have?
Dr. Stephen Puentes is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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