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Who is Dr. Purpura, Infectious Disease Specialist in New York, NY?
Dr. Lawrence Purpura, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Purpura is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Purpura’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Purpura’s office at (212) 305-8039.
What languages does Dr. Purpura speak?
Dr. Purpura and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Purpura treat?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Purpura 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. Purpura. 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:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Which procedures does Dr. Purpura perform as a Infectious Disease Specialist?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Lawrence Purpura 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. Purpura's office.
Does Dr. Purpura accept my insurance?
Dr. Purpura accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 305-8039 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Purpura accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Purpura in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
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Where is Dr. Purpura's office located?
Dr. Lawrence Purpura's Primary Practice
173 Fort Washington Ave Fl 4
New York, NY 10032
(212) 305-8039
What is Dr. Purpura's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Purpura's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801153416.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Purpura?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Purpura
What is Dr. Lawrence Purpura's specialty?
Dr. Purpura is a Infectious Disease Specialist near New York, NY.
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. Purpura to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Lawrence Purpura affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Purpura 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
Where can I learn more about Infectious Disease Specialist?
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Is Lawrence Purpura accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Lawrence Purpura is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lawrence Purpura offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Purpura's office at (212) 305-8039 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lawrence Purpura?
Please contact Dr. Purpura's office at (212) 305-8039 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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