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38 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Erlich, Infectious Disease Specialist in Burlingame, CA?
Dr. Kim Erlich, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Burlingame, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Erlich completed his residency at Univ Ca Sf Med Ctr, Infectious Diseases; Northwestern Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Erlich is fluent in English and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Erlich’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Erlich’s office at (650) 678-5079.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Erlich?
Dr. Kim Erlich, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Infectious Disease Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Erlich empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in HIV/AIDS, Sexually Transmitted Diseases, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Burlingame/CA community, Dr. Erlich is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Erlich go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca Sf Med Ctr, Infectious Diseases; Northwestern Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University Of Il Coll Of Med- Chicago Il
Is Dr. Erlich board certified in Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Kim Erlich, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Erlich speak?
Dr. Erlich and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tagalog
What conditions does Dr. Erlich treat?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Erlich 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. Erlich. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Endocarditis
- Heart Valve Disease
- Heart lining inflammation
- Heart valve infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- I38: Endocarditis, valve unspecified
Also known as:
- Cellulitis
- Skin infection
- Bacterial skin inflammation
- Acute skin infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L0390: Cellulitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bone Infection
- Osteomyelitis
- Infected Bone
- Bone Inflammation
- Bone Infection Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M869: Osteomyelitis, unspecified
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:
- C. diff Infection
- Gastroenteritis
- Clostridioides difficile infection
- Clostridium difficile colitis
- C. difficile-associated diarrhea
ICD-10 Codes:
- A0472: Enterocolitis due to Clostridium difficile, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pyogenic Arthritis
- Infectious Arthritis
- Pus-forming Arthritis
- Septic Arthritis
- Bacterial Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M009: Pyogenic arthritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Local Skin Infection
- Skin Infection
- Skin bacterial infection
- Subcutaneous tissue infection
- Localized skin infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L089: Local infection of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Tuberculosis Screening
- TB test
- PPD test
- Tuberculosis exposure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z111: Encounter for screening for respiratory tuberculosis
Which procedures does Dr. Erlich perform as a Infectious Disease Specialist?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Kim Erlich 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. Erlich's office.
Does Dr. Erlich accept my insurance?
Dr. Erlich accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 678-5079 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Erlich accept in Burlingame, CA?
Dr. Erlich in Burlingame, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Shield of California
Carpenters Health and Welfare Trust Fund (CA)
Health Plan of San Mateo
Humana
Medicare
Sutter Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Erlich's office located?
What is Dr. Erlich's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Erlich's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447280813.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Erlich?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Erlich
What is Dr. Kim Erlich's specialty?
Dr. Erlich is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Burlingame, CA.
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. Erlich to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Kim Erlich affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Erlich is affiliated with Mills-Peninsula Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Infectious Disease Specialist?
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Is Kim Erlich accepting new patients in Burlingame, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kim Erlich is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kim Erlich offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Erlich's office at (650) 678-5079 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kim Erlich?
Please contact Dr. Erlich's office at (650) 678-5079 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kim Erlich have?
Dr. Kim Erlich is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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