Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Scalera, Infectious Disease Specialist in Akron, OH?
Dr. Nikole Scalera, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Akron, OH with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Scalera graduated from Wright State University School of Medicine. Dr. Scalera is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Scalera’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Scalera’s office at (330) 375-3894.
Where did Dr. Scalera go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Wright State University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Scalera board certified in Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Nikole Scalera, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Scalera speak?
Dr. Scalera and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Scalera treat?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Scalera 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. Scalera. 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.
Also known as:
- Bacterial Infection
- E. Coli Infection
- Enterococcus Infection
- Bacterial Disease
- Germ Infection
- Microbial Infection
- Escherichia coli infection
- E. coli bacteria
- E. coli food poisoning
- Enterococcal Disease
- Enterococcus Bacteria
- VRE infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A498: Other bacterial infections of unspecified site
- B9620: Unspecified Escherichia coli [E. coli] as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere
- B952: Enterococcus as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere
Also known as:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Chronic Hepatitis C
- Hepatitis C
- Long-term Hepatitis C
- Persistent Hepatitis C
- Hep C
ICD-10 Codes:
- B182: Chronic viral hepatitis C
Also known as:
- MRSA Infection
- Antibiotic Resistance
- MRSA
- Methicillin-resistant Staph
- Superbug infection
- Antibiotic-resistant staph
ICD-10 Codes:
- A4902: Methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus infection, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Strep Infection
- Streptococcal Infection
- Streptococcus infection
- Strep disease
- Group A strep
ICD-10 Codes:
- A491: Streptococcal infection, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Leukemoid Reaction
- Blood Disorder
- High white blood cell count (non-cancerous)
- Mimics leukemia
- Reactive leukocytosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72823: Leukemoid reaction
Also known as:
- Other Surgical Site Infection
- After Surgery
- Wounds and Injuries
- Non-specific surgical infection
- Other post-operative infection
- Unspecified surgical wound infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8149XA: Infection following a procedure, other surgical site, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Which procedures does Dr. Scalera perform as a Infectious Disease Specialist?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Nikole Scalera 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Scalera's office.
Does Dr. Scalera accept my insurance?
Dr. Scalera accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (330) 375-3894 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Scalera accept in Akron, OH?
Dr. Scalera in Akron, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
SummaCare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Scalera's office located?
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Patients give Dr. Nikole Scalera an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Scalera has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Scalera, her bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Scalera's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Scalera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982724415.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Scalera?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Scalera
What is Dr. Nikole Scalera's specialty?
Dr. Scalera is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Akron, OH.
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.
Contact Dr. Scalera to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Nikole Scalera affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Scalera is affiliated with Summa Health System – Akron Campus 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
Where can I learn more about Infectious Disease Specialist?
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Is Nikole Scalera accepting new patients in Akron, OH?
Yes, Dr. Nikole Scalera is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nikole Scalera offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Scalera's office at (330) 375-3894 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nikole Scalera?
Please contact Dr. Scalera's office at (330) 375-3894 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nikole Scalera have?
Dr. Nikole Scalera is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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