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Dr. Joel Fishbain, MD

Dr. Joel Fishbain, MD

Infectious Disease Specialist

Saint Clair Shores, MI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fishbain, Infectious Disease Specialist in Saint Clair Shores, MI?

    Dr. Joel Fishbain, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Saint Clair Shores, MI with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Fishbain graduated from Saint Louis University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Walter Reed Army Med Ctr, Infectious Diseases; Madigan Army Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Fishbain is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fishbain’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fishbain’s office.

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

    • Fellowship: Walter Reed Army Medical Center - Facility Closed

    • Residency: Walter Reed Army Med Ctr, Infectious Diseases; Madigan Army Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Madigan Army Med Center | Madigan Army Medical Center

    • Medical School: St Louis Univ Sch of Med, St Louis Mo | Saint Louis University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Fishbain board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Joel Fishbain, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Fishbain speak?

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

    • English

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

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

    • 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7881: Bacteremia

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    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:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Bone Infection
    • Osteomyelitis
    • Infected Bone
    • Bone Inflammation
    • Bone Infection Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M869: Osteomyelitis, unspecified

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

    As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Joel Fishbain may include:

    Please contact Dr. Fishbain's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Fishbain accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fishbain 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. Fishbain accept in Saint Clair Shores, MI?

    Dr. Fishbain in Saint Clair Shores, MI 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

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Henry Ford Health System

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • State of Michigan

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Fishbain's office located?

    Dr. Joel Fishbain's Primary Practice

    25631 Little Mack Ave Ste 205

    Saint Clair Shores, MI 48081

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    Dr. Joel Fishbain's Practice 2

    468 Cadieux Rd

    Grosse Pointe, MI 48230

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    Dr. Joel Fishbain's Practice 3

    19251 Mack Ave Ste 333 Fl Third

    Grosse Pointe Woods, MI 48236

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

    Dr. Fishbain's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407845621.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fishbain?

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

    What is Dr. Joel Fishbain's specialty?

    Dr. Fishbain is an Infectious Disease Specialist near Saint Clair Shores, MI.

    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. Joel Fishbain affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fishbain is affiliated with Corewell Health Beaumont Grosse Pointe Hospital, Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital, Corewell Health Dearborn Hospital, Corewell Health Farmington Hills Hospital, Corewell Health Trenton Hospital, Ascension St. John 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. Joel Fishbain accepting new patients in Saint Clair Shores, MI?

    Yes, Dr. Joel Fishbain is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joel Fishbain offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joel Fishbain?

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

    Where is Dr. Fishbain's office located?

    Dr. Fishbain's offices are located in Saint Clair Shores, MI, Grosse Pointe, MI, and Grosse Pointe Woods, MI.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joel Fishbain have?

    Dr. Joel Fishbain is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.