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Who is Dr. Fefer, Infectious Disease Specialist in Bronx, NY?
Dr. Jose Fefer, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Bronx, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Fefer graduated from Universidad Central De Venezuela Luis Razetti, Escuela De Medicine and completed his residency at Jackson Memorial Medical Center. He is a member of the INFECTIOUS DISEASE SOCIETY OF AMERICA and AMERICAN COLLEGE OF PHYSICIANS. Dr. Fefer is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fefer’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fefer’s office at (212) 523-6500.
Where did Dr. Fefer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Infectious Diseases, Jackson Memorial Hospital, Miami, FL, 1998
Residency: Jackson Memorial Medical Center
Medical School: Universidad Central De Venezuela Luis Razetti, Escuela De Medicine | Universidad Central De Venezuela Luis Razetti, Escuela De Medicine | Baguio Central University College of Medicine
Is Dr. Fefer board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Jose Fefer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 1996, American Board of Internal Medicine since 2006, American Board of Internal Medicine since 1998, American Board of Internal Medicine since 2008
What languages does Dr. Fefer speak?
Dr. Fefer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Fefer treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Fefer 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. Fefer. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Iron
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
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:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Asthma
- Occasional Asthma
- Mild Asthma Attacks
- Infrequent Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated
Which procedures does Dr. Fefer perform as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Jose Fefer 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. Fefer's office.
Does Dr. Fefer accept my insurance?
Dr. Fefer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 523-6500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fefer accept in Bronx, NY?
Dr. Fefer in Bronx, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centers Plan for Healthy Living
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Deutsche Bank
Elderplan
Express Scripts
Medicare
RiverSpring Health
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of New York
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Fefer's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
INFECTIOUS DISEASE SOCIETY OF AMERICA
Member
AMERICAN COLLEGE OF PHYSICIANS
Member
What is Dr. Fefer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fefer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528011103.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fefer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fefer
What is Dr. Jose Fefer's specialty?
Dr. Fefer is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Bronx, NY.
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. Fefer to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Jose Fefer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Fefer is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Jackson Memorial Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Jose Fefer accepting new patients in Bronx, NY?
Yes, Dr. Jose Fefer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jose Fefer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fefer's office at (212) 523-6500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jose Fefer?
Please contact Dr. Fefer's office at (212) 523-6500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jose Fefer have?
Dr. Jose Fefer is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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