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Who is Dr. Kayiira, Infectious Disease Specialist in Lakeland, FL?
Dr. Birungi Kayiira, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Lakeland, FL with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Kayiira is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kayiira’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kayiira’s office at (863) 687-1321.
Where did Dr. Kayiira go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Upstate Medical University/ College of Health Professions
Is Dr. Kayiira board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Birungi Kayiira, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kayiira speak?
Dr. Kayiira and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Kayiira typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Kayiira 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. Kayiira. 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Bone Infection
- Osteomyelitis
- Infected Bone
- Bone Inflammation
- Bone Infection Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M869: Osteomyelitis, 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:
- Cellulitis of Left Lower Limb
- Cellulitis
- Left Leg Skin Infection
- Bacterial Left Leg Infection
- Spreading Left Leg Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03116: Cellulitis of left lower limb
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Kayiira typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Birungi Kayiira 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. Kayiira's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kayiira accept my insurance?
Dr. Kayiira accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (863) 687-1321 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kayiira accept in Lakeland, FL?
Dr. Kayiira in Lakeland, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Florida
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kayiira's office located?
Dr. Birungi Kayiira's Primary Practice
1324 Lakeland Hills Blvd
Lakeland, FL 33805
(863) 687-1321
Dr. Birungi Kayiira's Practice 2
1752 Dr Martin Luther King Jr St N
St Petersburg, FL 33704
What is Dr. Kayiira's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kayiira's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972647907.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kayiira?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kayiira
What is Dr. Birungi Kayiira's specialty?
Dr. Kayiira is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Lakeland, FL.
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. Birungi Kayiira affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Kayiira is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center, Moffitt Cancer Center Magnolia Campus. 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
When to see an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Birungi Kayiira accepting new patients in Lakeland, FL?
Yes, Dr. Birungi Kayiira is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Birungi Kayiira offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kayiira's office at (863) 687-1321 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Birungi Kayiira?
Please contact Dr. Kayiira's office at (863) 687-1321 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Birungi Kayiira have?
Dr. Birungi Kayiira is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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