Dr. Benjamin Gern, MD
Seattle, WA
Who is Dr. Gern, Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Benjamin Gern, MD is a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA. Dr. Gern is currently affiliated with Seattle Childrens Hospital. Dr. Gern is fluent in English, Malagasy, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gern’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gern’s office.
What languages does Dr. Gern speak?
Dr. Gern and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Malagasy
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist like Dr. Gern typically treat?
As a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, Dr. Gern 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. Gern. 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:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
What procedures does a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist like Dr. Gern typically perform?
As a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin Gern 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. Gern's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gern accept my insurance?
Dr. Gern 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. Gern accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Gern in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia Health Solutions
Community Health Network of Washington
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Molina Healthcare
Premera Blue Cross
State of Washington
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gern's office located?
What is Dr. Gern's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gern's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750623278.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gern?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gern
What is Dr. Benjamin Gern's specialty?
Dr. Gern is a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist near Seattle, WA.
What does a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist do?
A pediatrician trained in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of infectious diseases in children. This specialist utilizes their expertise to improve outcomes for pediatric infections, particularly those with complicated courses, underlying conditions that increase the risk of unusual or severe infections, ambiguous diagnoses, rare diseases, and complex or investigational treatments.
Is this Dr. Benjamin Gern affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Gern is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Seattle Childrens 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 a Pediatric Infectious Diseases Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Infectious Diseases 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 Benjamin Gern accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Gern is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Gern offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gern's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Gern?
Please contact Dr. Gern's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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Connect with DR. Gern
Seattle Childrens Hospital
4800 Sand Point Way NE
Seattle, WA 98105