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Who is Dr. Slenker, Infectious Disease Specialist in Allentown, PA?
Dr. Amy Slenker, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Allentown, PA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Slenker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Slenker’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Slenker’s office at (570) 501-6460.
Is Dr. Slenker board certified in Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Amy Slenker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Slenker speak?
Dr. Slenker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Slenker treat?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Slenker 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. Slenker. 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
Also known as:
- Asymptomatic HIV Infection
- HIV
- HIV positive without symptoms
- Latent HIV infection
- HIV carrier
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z21: Asymptomatic human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] infection status
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Methicillin-Susceptible Staph Aureus Infection
- MRSA Infection
- Staphylococcal Infection
- Antibiotic Resistance
- MRSA
- MSSA Infection
- Sensitive Staph Infection
- Non-MRSA Staph
- Methicillin-Resistant Staph Infection
- Drug-Resistant Staph
- Superbug infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B9561: Methicillin susceptible Staphylococcus aureus infection as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere
- B9562: Methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus infection as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere
Also known as:
- Exposure to HIV
- HIV
- HIV contact
- Suspected HIV exposure
- Human immunodeficiency virus exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z206: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to human immunodeficiency virus [HIV]
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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- Leukocytosis
- Elevated leukocyte count
- High WBC count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- High-Risk Sexual Behavior
- Sexual Health
- Unsafe Sex Practices
- Sexual Risk Assessment
- STI Prevention Counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7251: High risk heterosexual behavior
Also known as:
- Chronic Hepatitis B
- Hepatitis B
- Long-term Hepatitis B
- Persistent Hepatitis B
- Hep B
ICD-10 Codes:
- B181: Chronic viral hepatitis B without delta-agent
Which procedures does Dr. Slenker perform as a Infectious Disease Specialist?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Amy Slenker 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. Slenker's office.
Does Dr. Slenker accept my insurance?
Dr. Slenker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 501-6460 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Slenker accept in Allentown, PA?
Dr. Slenker in Allentown, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Capital BlueCross
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
EmblemHealth
Highmark Inc.
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Slenker's office located?
Dr. Amy Slenker's Primary Practice
1250 S Cedar Crest Blvd Ste 210
Allentown, PA 18103
(570) 501-6460
What is Dr. Slenker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Slenker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659575934.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Slenker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Slenker
What is Dr. Amy Slenker's specialty?
Dr. Slenker is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Allentown, 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. Slenker to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Amy Slenker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Slenker is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest 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 Amy Slenker accepting new patients in Allentown, PA?
Yes, Dr. Amy Slenker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Amy Slenker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Slenker's office at (570) 501-6460 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Amy Slenker?
Please contact Dr. Slenker's office at (570) 501-6460 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Amy Slenker have?
Dr. Amy Slenker is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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