Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Perlroth, Infectious Disease Specialist in Walnut Creek, CA?
Dr. Joshua Perlroth, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Walnut Creek, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Perlroth graduated from Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California and completed his residency at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center. Dr. Perlroth is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Perlroth’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Perlroth’s office at (925) 947-2334.
Where did Dr. Perlroth go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
Residency: Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
Medical School: Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California
Is Dr. Perlroth board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Joshua Perlroth, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Perlroth speak?
Dr. Perlroth and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Perlroth typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Perlroth 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. Perlroth. 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:
- 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
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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Abscess on the Right Foot
- Abscess
- Pus Pocket
- Skin Infection With Pus
- Infected Lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- L02611: Cutaneous abscess of right foot
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Perlroth typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Joshua Perlroth 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. Perlroth's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Perlroth accept my insurance?
Dr. Perlroth accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (925) 947-2334 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Perlroth accept in Walnut Creek, CA?
Dr. Perlroth in Walnut Creek, CA 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
Contra Costa
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Perlroth's office located?
Dr. Joshua Perlroth's Primary Practice
365 Lennon Ln Ste 200
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
(925) 947-2334
What is Dr. Perlroth's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Perlroth's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881807006.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Perlroth?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Perlroth
What is Dr. Joshua Perlroth's specialty?
Dr. Perlroth is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Walnut Creek, CA.
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. Joshua Perlroth affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Perlroth is affiliated with John Muir Health Walnut Creek 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 Joshua Perlroth accepting new patients in Walnut Creek, CA?
Yes, Dr. Joshua Perlroth is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joshua Perlroth offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Perlroth's office at (925) 947-2334 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joshua Perlroth?
Please contact Dr. Perlroth's office at (925) 947-2334 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joshua Perlroth have?
Dr. Joshua Perlroth is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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