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Who is Dr. Pereira, Infectious Disease Specialist in New York, NY?
Marcus Pereira, MD, is an Associate Professor of Medicine at CUMC and the Director of Clinical Services in the Division of Infectious Diseases. In addition, he is the Medical Director of the Transplant Infectious Diseases Program, where he oversees the development of infection prophylaxis and treatment protocols for immunocompromised patients. His areas of interest include the management of multi-drug resistant bacterial and fungal infections, as well as drug resistant CMV infections and more recently the impact of COVID-19 in transplant recipients. He has also collaborated in important multi-center studies as well as the 2025 International CMV Guidelines, sponsored by the Transplantation Society. Dr. Pereira is an active member in national societies such as the American Society of Transplantation and Infectious Disease Society of America, and is an Associate Editor for the American Journal of Transplantation.
WebsiteIs Dr. Pereira board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Marcus Pereira, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Pereira speak?
Dr. Pereira and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Pereira typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Pereira 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. Pereira. 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:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Lung Transplant
- Liver Transplant
- Lung Transplantation
- Liver Transplantation
- Pulmonary Transplant
- Lung Graft
- New Lung
- Hepatic Transplant
- Liver Graft
- New Liver
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z942: Lung transplant status
- Z944: Liver transplant status
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Having a Heart Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Heart Transplantation
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
- Cardiac transplant
- Heart replacement surgery
- Post-heart transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
- Z941: Heart transplant status
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Does Dr. Pereira accept my insurance?
Dr. Pereira 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. Pereira accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Pereira in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Humana
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
State of New Jersey
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Pereira's office located?
What is Dr. Pereira's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pereira's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124168679.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pereira?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pereira
What is Dr. Marcus Pereira's specialty?
Dr. Pereira is a Infectious Disease Specialist near New York, NY.
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. Marcus Pereira affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pereira is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian/columbia University Irving Medical Center 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 Marcus Pereira accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Marcus Pereira is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Marcus Pereira offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pereira's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Marcus Pereira?
Please contact Dr. Pereira's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Marcus Pereira have?
Dr. Marcus Pereira is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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