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Who is Dr. Como, Infectious Disease Specialist in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. James Como, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Pittsburgh, PA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Como is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Como’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Como’s office at (412) 359-3683.
Is Dr. Como board certified in Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. James Como, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Como speak?
Dr. Como and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Como treat?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Como 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. Como. 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:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Education and Literacy Problems
- Educational Difficulties
- Literacy Challenges
- Learning Barriers
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z558: Other problems related to education and literacy
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Como perform as a Infectious Disease Specialist?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. James Como 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. Como's office.
Does Dr. Como accept my insurance?
Dr. Como accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (412) 359-3683 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Como accept in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Como in Pittsburgh, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Inc.
Medicare
State of West Virginia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Como's office located?
Dr. James Como's Primary Practice
420 E North Ave Ste 406
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(412) 359-3683
What is Dr. Como's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Como's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922214725.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Como?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Como
What is Dr. James Como's specialty?
Dr. Como is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Pittsburgh, PA.
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. Como to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. James Como affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Como 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 James Como accepting new patients in Pittsburgh, PA?
Yes, Dr. James Como is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Como offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Como's office at (412) 359-3683 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Como?
Please contact Dr. Como's office at (412) 359-3683 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Como have?
Dr. James Como is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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