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Who is Dr. Montero, Infectious Disease Specialist in Tampa, FL?
Dr. Jose Montero, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Tampa, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Montero graduated from University of South Florida and completed his residency at Duke University Medical Center. He is a member of the PRESIDENTIAL ADVISORY COUNCIL ON HIV-AIDS, FLORIDA INFECTIOUS DISEASE SOCIETY, AMERICAN COLLEGE OF PHYSICIANS, INFECTIOUS DISEASE SOCIETY OF AMERICA, AMERICAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION, and American Medical Association. Dr. Montero is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Montero’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Montero’s office at (813) 307-8015.
Where did Dr. Montero go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Infectious Disease, USF College of Medicine, Tampa, FL -
Residency: Duke University Medical Center | University of South Florida
Medical School: University of South Florida
Is Dr. Montero board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Jose Montero, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Montero speak?
Dr. Montero and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Montero typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Montero 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. Montero. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Other Elevated White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- Other leukocytosis
- High WBC count
- Increased white blood cells
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72828: Other elevated white blood cell count
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
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Montero typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Jose Montero 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. Montero's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Montero accept my insurance?
Dr. Montero accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (813) 307-8015 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Montero accept in Tampa, FL?
Dr. Montero in Tampa, FL 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)
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Montero's office located?
Dr. Jose Montero's Primary Practice
2 Tampa General Cir Fl 4
Tampa, FL 33606
(813) 307-8015
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
PRESIDENTIAL ADVISORY COUNCIL ON HIV-AIDS
Member
FLORIDA INFECTIOUS DISEASE SOCIETY
Member
AMERICAN COLLEGE OF PHYSICIANS
Member
INFECTIOUS DISEASE SOCIETY OF AMERICA
Member
AMERICAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION
Member
American Medical Association
Member
Awards
Barness/Behnke Chapter of the Gold Humanism Honor Society, Gold Humani
Best Doctors in America
USF Leadership Institute, USF Leadership Institute
Fellow, American College, American College of Physicians
AOA Member, Alpha Omega Alpha
What is Dr. Montero's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Montero's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699715748.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Montero?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Montero
What is Dr. Jose Montero's specialty?
Dr. Montero is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Tampa, FL.
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. Jose Montero affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Montero is affiliated with Tampa General 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 Jose Montero accepting new patients in Tampa, FL?
Yes, Dr. Jose Montero is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jose Montero offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Montero's office at (813) 307-8015 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jose Montero?
Please contact Dr. Montero's office at (813) 307-8015 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jose Montero have?
Dr. Jose Montero is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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