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Who is Dr. Colby, Infectious Disease Specialist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Steven Colby, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY. He is board certified. Dr. Colby is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Colby’s office at (718) 780-3000.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Colby?
Dr. Steven Colby, 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. Colby empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in HIV/AIDS, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Brooklyn, NY community, Dr. Colby is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Is Dr. Colby board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Steven Colby, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Colby speak?
Dr. Colby and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Colby typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Colby 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. Colby. 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:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- High White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- Leukocytosis
- Elevated leukocyte count
- High WBC count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
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. Colby typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Steven Colby 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. Colby's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Colby accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Colby's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Colby's office located?
What is Dr. Colby's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Colby's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891782777.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Colby?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Colby
What is Dr. Steven Colby's specialty?
Dr. Colby is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Brooklyn, NY.
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. Steven Colby affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Colby is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Newyork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Steven Colby accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Steven Colby is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Steven Colby offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Colby's office at (718) 780-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Steven Colby?
Please contact Dr. Colby's office at (718) 780-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Steven Colby have?
Dr. Steven Colby is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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