44 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cisneros, Infectious Disease Specialist in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Luis Cisneros, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 44 years and is board certified. Dr. Cisneros graduated from Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia Facultad de Medicina Alberto Hurtado and completed his residency at Univ Of Md Med Sys, General Preventive Medicine; Univ Of Md Med Sys, Infectious Diseases; Union Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Cisneros is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cisneros’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cisneros’s office at (210) 224-9616.
Where did Dr. Cisneros go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Md Med Sys, General Preventive Medicine; Univ Of Md Med Sys, Infectious Diseases; Union Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine | Union Memorial Hospital Program
Medical School: Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia Facultad de Medicina Alberto Hurtado
Is Dr. Cisneros board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Luis Cisneros, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Cisneros speak?
Dr. Cisneros and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Cisneros typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Cisneros 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. Cisneros. 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 here.
Also known as:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- MSSA Blood Poisoning
- MRSA Sepsis
- Sepsis
- Staphylococcal Infection
- Antibiotic Resistance
- MRSA
- MSSA Sepsis
- Methicillin-Sensitive Staph Sepsis
- Methicillin-Resistant Staph Sepsis
- MRSA Blood Infection
- Staph Sepsis (MRSA)
ICD-10 Codes:
- A4101: Sepsis due to Methicillin susceptible Staphylococcus aureus
- A4102: Sepsis due to Methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus
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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Spinal Bone Infection
- Bone Infection
- Vertebral Osteomyelitis
- Infected Spine Bone
- Spine Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4620: Osteomyelitis of vertebra, site unspecified
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Cisneros typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Luis Cisneros 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. Cisneros' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Cisneros accept my insurance?
Dr. Cisneros accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 224-9616 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cisneros accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Cisneros in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Cisneros' office located?
Dr. Luis Cisneros' Primary Practice
1200 Brooklyn Ave Ste 365
San Antonio, TX 78212
(210) 224-9616
What is Dr. Cisneros's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cisneros's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235129263.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cisneros?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cisneros
What is Dr. Luis Cisneros's specialty?
Dr. Cisneros is a Infectious Disease Specialist near San Antonio, TX.
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. Luis Cisneros affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cisneros is affiliated with Methodist Hospital Metropolitan 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
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 Luis Cisneros accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Luis Cisneros is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Luis Cisneros offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cisneros's office at (210) 224-9616 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Luis Cisneros?
Please contact Dr. Cisneros's office at (210) 224-9616 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Luis Cisneros have?
Dr. Luis Cisneros is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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