Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sterling, Infectious Disease Specialist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Stephanie Sterling, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Sterling graduated from Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University and completed her residency at Columbia University Affiliated Hospitals. She is a member of the AOA and AMA. Dr. Sterling is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sterling’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sterling’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Sterling?
Dr. Stephanie Sterling, 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. Sterling empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Fungal Infections, Hepatitis, HIV, Immune Deficiency, Infections In Transplant Patients, Infections-Opportunistic, Sexually Transmitted Diseases, Telemedicine, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Brooklyn, NY community, Dr. Sterling is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Sterling go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Columbia University Affiliated Hospitals | Columbia University's College
Medical School: Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University
Is Dr. Sterling board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Stephanie Sterling, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine since 2008, American Board of Internal Medicine since 2011
What languages does Dr. Sterling speak?
Dr. Sterling and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Sterling typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Sterling 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. Sterling. 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:
- 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:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Bacterial Infection
- Bacterial Disease
- Germ Infection
- Microbial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A498: Other bacterial infections of unspecified site
Also known as:
- Syphilis
- The Great Pox
- Lues
- Treponema pallidum infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A539: Syphilis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cellulitis
- Bacterial Skin Infection
- Leg Skin Infection
- Spreading Skin Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb
Also known as:
- Other Personal Health Risks
- Other health risk factors
- Specific personal risks
- Individual health concerns
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9189: Other specified personal risk factors, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Sterling typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Stephanie Sterling 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. Sterling's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sterling accept my insurance?
Dr. Sterling accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sterling accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Sterling in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Healthfirst New York
Medicaid
Medicare
New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Sterling's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
AOA
Member
AMA
Member
What is Dr. Sterling's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sterling's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134325053.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sterling?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sterling
What is Dr. Stephanie Sterling's specialty?
Dr. Sterling is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Brooklyn, NY.
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. Stephanie Sterling affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sterling is affiliated with Newark Beth Israel 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 Stephanie Sterling accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Stephanie Sterling is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephanie Sterling offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sterling's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephanie Sterling?
Please contact Dr. Sterling's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Stephanie Sterling have?
Dr. Stephanie Sterling is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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