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Dr. Mindy Schuster, MD

Dr. Mindy Schuster, MD

Infectious Disease Specialist

Philadelphia, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Schuster, Infectious Disease Specialist in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Mindy Schuster, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Schuster graduated from Yale University School of Medicine and completed her residency at New York-Presbyterian Hospital. She is a member of the American College of Physicians and Organ Transplant Infection Detection Project--Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (TRANSNET). Dr. Schuster is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schuster’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schuster’s office.

    Where did Dr. Schuster go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: New York-Presbyterian Hospital | Weill Cornell Medical College Affiliated Hospitals | University of Pennsylvania Health System Program

    • Medical School: Yale University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Schuster board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Mindy Schuster, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine since 1990, American Board of Internal Medicine since 1992

    What languages does Dr. Schuster speak?

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

    • English

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

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

    • Low Neutrophil Count
    • Blood Disorder
    • Neutropenia
    • Low white blood cell count
    • Neutrophil deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D709: Neutropenia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    • AML Leukemia
    • Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia
    • Acute Myelogenous Leukemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C9200: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, not having achieved remission

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Myeloma
    • Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Active multiple myeloma
    • Untreated multiple myeloma
    • Plasma cell myeloma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission

    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:

    • HIV
    • Human Immunodeficiency Virus
    • AIDS virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease

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

    As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Mindy Schuster may include:

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

    Does Dr. Schuster accept my insurance?

    Dr. Schuster accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Schuster accept in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Schuster 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)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Jefferson Health

    • Risant Health

    • State of Pennsylvania

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Schuster's office located?

    Infect Disease Presby

    3400 Civic Center Blvd Fl 1

    Philadelphia, PA 19104

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    Mycobacterial Clinic

    3400 Civic Center Blvd Fl 4

    Philadelphia, PA 19104

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    Infectious Disease Ppmc

    3801 Filbert St Mab 1st Flr Infectious Disease Ppm

    Philadelphia, PA 19104

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    • Member of American College of Physicians

    • Member of Organ Transplant Infection Detection Project--Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (TRANSNET)

    Awards

    • Recognized in Philadelphia Magazine 's Top Docs issue, 2002

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

    Dr. Schuster's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811929102.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schuster?

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

    What is Dr. Mindy Schuster's specialty?

    Dr. Schuster is an 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 Dr. Mindy Schuster affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Schuster is affiliated with Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania 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. Mindy Schuster accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Mindy Schuster is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Mindy Schuster offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Schuster's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Mindy Schuster?

    Please contact Dr. Schuster's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Schuster's office located?

    Dr. Schuster's office is located in Philadelphia, PA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Mindy Schuster have?

    Dr. Mindy Schuster is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.