24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Cruickshank, Infectious Disease Specialist in Huntersville, NC?
Dr. Frederick Cruickshank, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Huntersville, NC. He has been practicing for over 24 years. Dr. Cruickshank graduated from Mechanical Engineering and completed his residency at Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Infectious Diseases; Seton Hall U Sch Grad Med Ed, Internal Medicine. Dr. Cruickshank is fluent in English, Italian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cruickshank’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cruickshank’s office at (704) 948-8582.
Where did Dr. Cruickshank go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Infectious Diseases; Seton Hall U Sch Grad Med Ed, Internal Medicine
Medical School: St George',s University | Mechanical Engineering
What languages does Dr. Cruickshank speak?
Dr. Cruickshank and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Italian
Spanish
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Cruickshank typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Cruickshank 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. Cruickshank. 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:
- Asymptomatic HIV Infection
- HIV
- HIV positive without symptoms
- Latent HIV infection
- HIV carrier
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z21: Asymptomatic human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] infection status
Also known as:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- HIV Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
- PrEP for HIV
- HIV Prevention Medication
- Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
- Z2981: Encounter for HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis
Also known as:
- Exposure to Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI)
- Sexually Transmitted Infection
- Contact with STD
- Suspected STI exposure
- Sexual disease contact
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z202: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
Also known as:
- High-Risk Sexual Behavior
- Unsafe sex practices
- Risky sexual activity
- Sexual health risks
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7252: High risk homosexual behavior
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Cruickshank typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Frederick Cruickshank 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. Cruickshank's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Cruickshank accept my insurance?
Dr. Cruickshank accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (704) 948-8582 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cruickshank accept in Huntersville, NC?
Dr. Cruickshank in Huntersville, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alliance Health
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Medicare
Physicians Mutual Insurance Company
Selman and company
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Cruickshank's office located?
Dr. Frederick Cruickshank's Primary Practice
103 Commerce Centre Dr Ste 103
Huntersville, NC 28078
(704) 948-8582
What is Dr. Cruickshank's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cruickshank's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659390441.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cruickshank?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cruickshank
What is Dr. Frederick Cruickshank's specialty?
Dr. Cruickshank is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Huntersville, NC.
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. Frederick Cruickshank affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Cruickshank 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
When to see an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Frederick Cruickshank accepting new patients in Huntersville, NC?
Yes, Dr. Frederick Cruickshank is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Frederick Cruickshank offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cruickshank's office at (704) 948-8582 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Frederick Cruickshank?
Please contact Dr. Cruickshank's office at (704) 948-8582 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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