39 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fetchick, Infectious Disease Specialist in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Richard Fetchick, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified. Dr. Fetchick graduated from University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Hosp-S Tx Med Ctr, Infectious Diseases; Univ Hosp-S Tx Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Fetchick is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fetchick’s practice accepts Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fetchick’s office at (210) 614-8100.
Where did Dr. Fetchick go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Hosp-S Tx Med Ctr, Infectious Diseases; Univ Hosp-S Tx Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Regional Centers (South Central) Program
Medical School: University of Miami Sch of Med, Miami Fl | University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine
Is Dr. Fetchick board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Fetchick, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Fetchick speak?
Dr. Fetchick and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Fetchick typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Fetchick 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. Fetchick. 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:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Infected Left Knee Replacement
- Infected Right Knee Replacement
- Knee Replacement
- Left Knee Prosthesis Infection
- Inflamed Left Knee Implant
- Left Knee Arthroplasty Infection
- Right Knee Prosthesis Infection
- Inflamed Right Knee Implant
- Right Knee Arthroplasty Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8454XD: Infection and inflammatory reaction due to internal left knee prosthesis, subsequent encounter
- T8453XA: Infection and inflammatory reaction due to internal right knee prosthesis, initial encounter
- T8454XA: Infection and inflammatory reaction due to internal left knee prosthesis, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Abnormal Tuberculosis Blood Test Result
- Positive TB Blood Test
- Interferon Gamma Release Assay Reaction
- IGRA Positive
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7612: Nonspecific reaction to cell mediated immunity measurement of gamma interferon antigen response without active tuberculosis
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Other Surgical Site Infection
- After Surgery
- Wounds and Injuries
- Non-specific surgical infection
- Other post-operative infection
- Unspecified surgical wound infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8149XA: Infection following a procedure, other surgical site, initial encounter
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Fetchick typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Fetchick 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. Fetchick's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Fetchick accept my insurance?
Dr. Fetchick accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 614-8100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fetchick accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Fetchick in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna
CMS
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
Harvard Pilgrim
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Where is Dr. Fetchick's office located?
Dr. Richard Fetchick's Primary Practice
8042 Wurzbach Rd Ste 280
San Antonio, TX 78229
(210) 614-8100
What is Dr. Fetchick's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fetchick's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134119183.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fetchick?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fetchick
What is Dr. Richard Fetchick's specialty?
Dr. Fetchick 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. Richard Fetchick affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fetchick is affiliated with Methodist Hospital - San Antonio 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
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Is Richard Fetchick accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Richard Fetchick is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Fetchick offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fetchick's office at (210) 614-8100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Fetchick?
Please contact Dr. Fetchick's office at (210) 614-8100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Fetchick have?
Dr. Richard Fetchick is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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