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22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Belden, Infectious Disease Specialist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Katherine Belden, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA. She has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Belden completed her residency at Thos Jefferson Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Belden is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Belden’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Belden’s office at (215) 955-7785.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Belden?
Dr. Katherine Belden, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Infectious Disease Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Belden empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Infections In Transplant Patients, Orthopaedic Infectious Disease, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Philadelphia, PA community, Dr. Belden is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Belden go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Thos Jefferson Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine | Thos Jefferson University Hospital
Medical School: Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University
Is Dr. Belden board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Katherine Belden, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Belden speak?
Dr. Belden and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Belden typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Belden 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. Belden. 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:
- Infection of Cardiac or Vascular Device
- Infected Cardiovascular Implant
- Heart Device Infection
- Vascular Graft Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- T827XXA: Infection and inflammatory reaction due to other cardiac and vascular devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Cytomegalovirus Infection
- CMV infection
- CMV disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- B259: Cytomegaloviral disease, unspecified
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:
- Spinal Bone Infection
- Bone Infection
- Vertebral Osteomyelitis
- Infected Spine Bone
- Spine Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4620: Osteomyelitis of vertebra, site unspecified
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Belden typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Katherine Belden 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. Belden's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Belden accept my insurance?
Dr. Belden accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 955-7785 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Belden accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Belden in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
Medicare
Risant Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Belden's office located?
Dr. Katherine Belden's Primary Practice
1015 Chestnut St Ste 1020
Philadelphia, PA 19107
(215) 955-7785
What is Dr. Belden's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Belden's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598786857.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Belden?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Belden
What is Dr. Katherine Belden's specialty?
Dr. Belden is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Philadelphia, PA.
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. Katherine Belden affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Belden is affiliated with Thomas Jefferson University Hospital 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 Katherine Belden accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Katherine Belden is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Katherine Belden offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Belden's office at (215) 955-7785 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Katherine Belden?
Please contact Dr. Belden's office at (215) 955-7785 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Katherine Belden have?
Dr. Katherine Belden is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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