Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chirch, Infectious Disease Specialist in Farmington, CT?
Dr. Lisa Chirch, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Farmington, CT with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Chirch graduated from State University of New York Upstate Medical University and completed her residency at Univ Hosp-Suny Stony Brook, Infectious Diseases; Georgetown Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Chirch is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chirch’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chirch’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Chirch?
Dr. Lisa Chirch, 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. Chirch empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hepatitis, HIV, Hospital Acquired Infections, Infections-Surgical, Infectious Disease, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Farmington, CT community, Dr. Chirch is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Chirch go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Hosp-Suny Stony Brook, Infectious Diseases; Georgetown Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine | Georgetown University Medical Center
Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Syracuse, Coll of Med, Syracuse Ny | State University of New York Upstate Medical University
Is Dr. Chirch board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Lisa Chirch, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Chirch speak?
Dr. Chirch and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Chirch typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Chirch 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. Chirch. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Chirch typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Lisa Chirch 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. Chirch's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Chirch accept my insurance?
Dr. Chirch accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chirch accept in Farmington, CT?
Dr. Chirch in Farmington, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna
CMS
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Chirch's office located?
What is Dr. Chirch's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chirch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528098985.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chirch?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chirch
What is Dr. Lisa Chirch's specialty?
Dr. Chirch is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Farmington, CT.
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. Lisa Chirch affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chirch is affiliated with Uconn John Dempsey 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
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Is Lisa Chirch accepting new patients in Farmington, CT?
Yes, Dr. Lisa Chirch is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lisa Chirch offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chirch's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lisa Chirch?
Please contact Dr. Chirch's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lisa Chirch have?
Dr. Lisa Chirch is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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