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Who is Dr. Desimone, Infectious Disease Specialist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Joseph Desimone, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Desimone is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desimone’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desimone’s office at (215) 955-7785.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Desimone?
Dr. Joseph Desimone, 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. Desimone empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in HIV/AIDS, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Philadelphia, PA community, Dr. Desimone is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Desimone speak?
Dr. Desimone and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Desimone typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Desimone 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. Desimone. 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:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
- Health Screening
- STD screening
- Sexual health check
- Venereal disease test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Desimone typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Desimone 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. Desimone's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Desimone accept my insurance?
Dr. Desimone 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. Desimone accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Desimone in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Devoted Health
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Desimone's office located?
Dr. Joseph Desimone's Primary Practice
1015 Chestnut St Ste 1020
Philadelphia, PA 19107
(215) 955-7785
What is Dr. Desimone's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Desimone's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801819131.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Desimone?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Desimone
What is Dr. Joseph Desimone's specialty?
Dr. Desimone 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. Joseph Desimone affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Desimone 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
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 Joseph Desimone accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Desimone is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Desimone offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desimone's office at (215) 955-7785 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Desimone?
Please contact Dr. Desimone's office at (215) 955-7785 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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