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30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nasif, Infectious Disease Specialist in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Marcelo Nasif, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Nasif completed his residency at Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Infectious Diseases; Robt Packer Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Nasif is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nasif’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nasif’s office at (520) 318-9681.
Where did Dr. Nasif go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Infectious Diseases; Robt Packer Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University Nac De Cordoba, Fac De Cien Medicine
Is Dr. Nasif board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Marcelo Nasif, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Nasif speak?
Dr. Nasif and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Nasif typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Nasif 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. Nasif. 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:
- Sepsis
- MSSA Blood Poisoning
- Staphylococcal Infection
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
- MSSA Sepsis
- Methicillin-Sensitive Staph Sepsis
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
- A4101: Sepsis due to Methicillin susceptible Staphylococcus aureus
Also known as:
- Cellulitis
- Cellulitis of Left Lower Limb
- Bacterial Skin Infection
- Leg Skin Infection
- Spreading Skin Infection
- Left Leg Skin Infection
- Bacterial Left Leg Infection
- Spreading Left Leg Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb
- L03116: Cellulitis of left lower limb
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Other Surgical Site Infection
- After Surgery
- Wounds and Injuries
- Non-specific surgical infection
- Other post-operative infection
- Unspecified surgical wound infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8149XA: Infection following a procedure, other surgical site, initial encounter
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Nasif typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Marcelo Nasif 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. Nasif's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Nasif accept my insurance?
Dr. Nasif accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (520) 318-9681 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nasif accept in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Nasif in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Capital Blue Cross
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
State of Arizona
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Nasif's office located?
Dr. Marcelo Nasif's Primary Practice
4539 E Fort Lowell Rd
Tucson, AZ 85712
(520) 318-9681
What is Dr. Nasif's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nasif's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912936907.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nasif?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nasif
What is Dr. Marcelo Nasif's specialty?
Dr. Nasif is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Tucson, AZ.
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. Marcelo Nasif affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nasif is affiliated with Tucson Medical Center, Banner - University Medical Center Tucson which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
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Is Marcelo Nasif accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Marcelo Nasif is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Marcelo Nasif offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nasif's office at (520) 318-9681 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Marcelo Nasif?
Please contact Dr. Nasif's office at (520) 318-9681 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Marcelo Nasif have?
Dr. Marcelo Nasif is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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