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Dr. Octavio Cieza, MD

Dr. Octavio Cieza, MD

Infectious Disease Specialist

Smithfield, NC

29 Years of Experience

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cieza, Infectious Disease Specialist in Smithfield, NC?

    Dr. Octavio Cieza, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Smithfield, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years. Dr. Cieza is fluent in English and Spanish, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cieza’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cieza’s office.

    Where did Dr. Cieza go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Universidad Nacional Mayor De San Marcos

    What languages does Dr. Cieza speak?

    Dr. Cieza and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Cieza typically treat?

    As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Cieza 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. Cieza. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Foot
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Foot Wound
    • Foot Sore from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer

    Also known as:

    • Pressure Sore
    • Pressure Sores
    • Bed Sore
    • Decubitus Ulcer
    • Pressure Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
    • L89314: Pressure ulcer of right buttock, stage 4

    Also known as:

    • Blood Infection
    • Sepsis
    • Bacteremia
    • Bacteria in blood
    • Bloodstream infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7881: Bacteremia

    Also known as:

    • Cellulitis
    • Bacterial Skin Infection
    • Leg Skin Infection
    • Spreading Skin Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L03115: Cellulitis of right 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:

    • HIV
    • Human Immunodeficiency Virus
    • AIDS virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease

    What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Cieza typically perform?

    As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Cieza performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Cieza. 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:

    • Wound Debridement
    • Surgical Wound Cleaning
    • Tissue Removal from Wound
    • Dead Tissue Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less

    Does Dr. Cieza accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cieza accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cieza accept in Smithfield, NC?

    Dr. Cieza in Smithfield, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Cieza's office located?

    Suite 1700

    507 N Brightleaf Blvd Ste 201

    Smithfield, NC 27577

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    Dr. Octavio Cieza's Practice 2

    2138 NC Highway 42 W

    Clayton, NC 27520

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    Dr. Octavio Cieza's Practice 3

    940 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd

    Chapel Hill, NC 27514

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    What is Dr. Cieza's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Cieza's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326053067.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cieza?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cieza

    What is Dr. Octavio Cieza's specialty?

    Dr. Cieza is an Infectious Disease Specialist near Smithfield, NC.

    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 Dr. Octavio Cieza affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Cieza is affiliated with Unc Health Johnston Clayton, Wakemed Raleigh Campus, Unc Health Rex, Betsy Johnson Hospital, Wakemed Cary Hospital 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

    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 Dr. Octavio Cieza accepting new patients in Smithfield, NC?

    No, Dr. Octavio Cieza is not accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Octavio Cieza offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cieza's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Octavio Cieza?

    Please contact Dr. Cieza's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Cieza's office located?

    Dr. Cieza's offices are located in Smithfield, NC, Clayton, NC, and Chapel Hill, NC.