Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pulvirenti, Infectious Disease Specialist in Mishawaka, IN?
Dr. Joseph Pulvirenti, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Mishawaka, IN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Pulvirenti graduated from Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science and completed his residency at Cook County Hosp, Infectious Diseases; Cook County Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Pulvirenti is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pulvirenti’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pulvirenti’s office at (574) 335-6770.
Where did Dr. Pulvirenti go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cook County Hosp, Infectious Diseases; Cook County Hosp, Internal Medicine | John H Stroger Jr Hospital Of Cook County
Medical School: Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science
Is Dr. Pulvirenti board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Pulvirenti, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Pulvirenti speak?
Dr. Pulvirenti and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Pulvirenti typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Pulvirenti 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. Pulvirenti. 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:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Bone Infection
- Other Acute Right Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
- Osteomyelitis
- Infected Bone
- Bone Inflammation
- Bone Infection Disease
- Acute Right Ankle and Foot Osteomyelitis
- Sudden Right Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
- Right Ankle and Foot Bone Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M869: Osteomyelitis, unspecified
- M86171: Other acute osteomyelitis, right ankle and foot
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Peritoneal Abscess
- Abscess
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Abdominal abscess
- Intra-abdominal abscess
- Pus pocket in abdomen
ICD-10 Codes:
- K651: Peritoneal abscess
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Infected Left Knee Replacement
- Knee Replacement
- Left Knee Prosthesis Infection
- Inflamed Left Knee Implant
- Left Knee Arthroplasty Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8454XD: Infection and inflammatory reaction due to internal left knee prosthesis, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Cellulitis of Left Lower Limb
- Cellulitis
- Left Leg Skin Infection
- Bacterial Left Leg Infection
- Spreading Left Leg Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03116: Cellulitis of left lower limb
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Pulvirenti typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Pulvirenti 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. Pulvirenti's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Pulvirenti accept my insurance?
Dr. Pulvirenti accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (574) 335-6770 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pulvirenti accept in Mishawaka, IN?
Dr. Pulvirenti in Mishawaka, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Pulvirenti's office located?
Dr. Joseph Pulvirenti's Primary Practice
611 E Douglas Rd Ste 310
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(574) 335-6770
What is Dr. Pulvirenti's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pulvirenti's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427044775.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pulvirenti?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pulvirenti
What is Dr. Joseph Pulvirenti's specialty?
Dr. Pulvirenti is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Mishawaka, IN.
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. Joseph Pulvirenti affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pulvirenti is affiliated with Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center, Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals St. Joseph Hospital, Bronson Methodist 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
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Is Joseph Pulvirenti accepting new patients in Mishawaka, IN?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Pulvirenti is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Pulvirenti offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pulvirenti's office at (574) 335-6770 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Pulvirenti?
Please contact Dr. Pulvirenti's office at (574) 335-6770 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Pulvirenti have?
Dr. Joseph Pulvirenti is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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