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Dr. Rachael Harrison, MD

Anchorage, AK

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Harrison, Infectious Disease Specialist in Anchorage, AK?

    Dr. Rachael Harrison, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Anchorage, AK. Dr. Harrison is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Harrison’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Harrison’s office at (775) 327-5174.

    What languages does Dr. Harrison speak?

    Dr. Harrison and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Harrison typically treat?

    As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Harrison 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. Harrison. 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:

    • Blood Infection
    • Sepsis
    • Bacteremia
    • Bacteria in blood
    • Bloodstream infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7881: Bacteremia

    Also known as:

    • HIV
    • Human Immunodeficiency Virus
    • AIDS virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease

    Also known as:

    • Infected Left Knee Replacement
    • Infected Right Knee Replacement
    • Knee Replacement
    • Left Knee Prosthesis Infection
    • Inflamed Left Knee Implant
    • Left Knee Arthroplasty Infection
    • Right Knee Prosthesis Infection
    • Inflamed Right Knee Implant
    • Right Knee Arthroplasty Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T8454XA: Infection and inflammatory reaction due to internal left knee prosthesis, initial encounter
    • T8453XA: Infection and inflammatory reaction due to internal right knee prosthesis, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Peritoneal Abscess
    • Abscess
    • Peritoneal Disorder
    • Abdominal abscess
    • Intra-abdominal abscess
    • Pus pocket in abdomen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K651: Peritoneal abscess

    Also known as:

    • Infective Endocarditis
    • Endocarditis
    • Heart valve infection
    • Bacterial endocarditis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I330: Acute and subacute infective endocarditis

    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:

    • Cellulitis of Left Lower Limb
    • Cellulitis
    • Left Leg Skin Infection
    • Bacterial Left Leg Infection
    • Spreading Left Leg Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L03116: Cellulitis of left lower limb

    What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Harrison typically perform?

    As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Rachael Harrison may include:

    Please contact Dr. Harrison's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Harrison accept my insurance?

    Dr. Harrison accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (775) 327-5174 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Harrison accept in Anchorage, AK?

    Dr. Harrison in Anchorage, AK 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)

    • Employee Benefit Management Services Administered Payer

    • Federal government of the United States

    • HealthRight Group

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Premera Blue Cross

    • State of Alaska

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Harrison's office located?

    Dr. Rachael Harrison's Primary Practice

    3500 Latouche St Ste 200

    Anchorage, AK 99508

    (775) 327-5174

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    What hospitals are Dr. Harrison affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Harrison has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Providence Alaska Medical Center,Anchorage, AK
    Mat-Su Regional Medical Center,Palmer, AK
    Bartlett Regional Hospital,Juneau, AK

    What is Dr. Harrison's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Harrison's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477915395.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Harrison?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Harrison

    What is Dr. Rachael Harrison's specialty?

    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 Dr. Rachael Harrison affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Harrison is affiliated with Alaska Regional 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Infectious Disease Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Rachael Harrison accepting new patients in Anchorage, AK?

    Yes, Dr. Rachael Harrison is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rachael Harrison offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Harrison's office at (775) 327-5174 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Rachael Harrison?

    Please contact Dr. Harrison's office at (775) 327-5174 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Harrison's office located?

    Dr. Harrison's office is located in Anchorage, AK.