36 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Berkowitz, Infectious Disease Specialist in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Carl Berkowitz, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Berkowitz graduated from University of Massachusetts Med School and completed his residency at Univ Hosp-S Tx Med Ctr, Infectious Diseases; Univ Hosp-S Tx Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Berkowitz is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Berkowitz’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Berkowitz’s office at (210) 614-8100.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Berkowitz?
Dr. Carl Berkowitz, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Infectious Disease Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Berkowitz empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hepatitis C, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Antonio/TX community, Dr. Berkowitz is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Berkowitz 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 Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio and Affiliated Hospitals | University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Regional Centers (South Central) Program
Medical School: University Of Ma Med Sch- Worcester Ma | University of Massachusetts / Worcester Campus | University of Massachusetts Med School
Is Dr. Berkowitz board certified in Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Carl Berkowitz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Berkowitz speak?
Dr. Berkowitz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Berkowitz treat?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Berkowitz 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. Berkowitz. 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.
Also known as:
- MSSA Blood Poisoning
- MRSA Sepsis
- Gram-Negative Sepsis
- E. Coli Sepsis
- Sepsis
- Staphylococcal Infection
- Antibiotic Resistance
- MRSA
- E. Coli Infection
- MSSA Sepsis
- Methicillin-Sensitive Staph Sepsis
- Methicillin-Resistant Staph Sepsis
- MRSA Blood Infection
- Staph Sepsis (MRSA)
- Gram-Negative Blood Infection
- Gram-Negative Septicemia
- Bacterial Blood Poisoning
- E. coli Blood Infection
- E. coli Septicemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- A4101: Sepsis due to Methicillin susceptible Staphylococcus aureus
- A4102: Sepsis due to Methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus
- A4159: Other Gram-negative sepsis
- A4151: Sepsis due to Escherichia coli [E. coli]
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:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Spinal Bone Infection of the Lower Back
- Spinal Bone Infection of the Sacrum and Tailbone
- Bone Infection
- lumbar osteomyelitis
- lower back bone infection
- vertebral osteomyelitis lumbar
- sacral osteomyelitis
- tailbone bone infection
- vertebral osteomyelitis sacral
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4626: Osteomyelitis of vertebra, lumbar region
- M4628: Osteomyelitis of vertebra, sacral and sacrococcygeal region
Also known as:
- Spinal Disc Inflammation
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Discitis
- Inflamed Spinal Disc
- Intervertebral Disc Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4646: Discitis, unspecified, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Spinal Abscess
- Abscess
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Spinal Cord Abscess
- Intraspinal Granuloma
- Spinal Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- G061: Intraspinal abscess and granuloma
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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Spinal Disc Infection
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Infectious Discitis
- Pyogenic Discitis
- Infected Spinal Disc
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4636: Infection of intervertebral disc (pyogenic), lumbar region
Also known as:
- Bacterial Infection
- Bacterial Disease
- Germ Infection
- Microbial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A498: Other bacterial infections of unspecified site
Also known as:
- Infection of Cardiac or Vascular Device
- Infected Cardiovascular Implant
- Heart Device Infection
- Vascular Graft Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- T827XXA: Infection and inflammatory reaction due to other cardiac and vascular devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter
Also known as:
- C. diff Infection
- Gastroenteritis
- Clostridioides difficile infection
- Clostridium difficile colitis
- C. difficile-associated diarrhea
ICD-10 Codes:
- A0472: Enterocolitis due to Clostridium difficile, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Brain Abscess
- Abscess
- Brain Disease
- Brain Infection
- Cerebral Abscess
- Intracranial Granuloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- G060: Intracranial abscess and granuloma
Also known as:
- Leukemoid Reaction
- Blood Disorder
- High white blood cell count (non-cancerous)
- Mimics leukemia
- Reactive leukocytosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72823: Leukemoid reaction
Also known as:
- Kidney Inflammation
- Kidney Disease
- Interstitial Nephritis
- Tubulointerstitial Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N12: Tubulo-interstitial nephritis, not specified as acute or chronic
Which procedures does Dr. Berkowitz perform as a Infectious Disease Specialist?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Carl Berkowitz 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Berkowitz's office.
Does Dr. Berkowitz accept my insurance?
Dr. Berkowitz 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. Berkowitz accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Berkowitz in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
Community First Health Plans
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Molina
Oscar Health Insurance Co
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Berkowitz's office located?
Dr. Carl Berkowitz's Primary Practice
8042 Wurzbach Rd Ste 280
San Antonio, TX 78229
(210) 614-8100
Dr. Carl Berkowitz's Practice 2
7940 Floyd Curl Dr Ste 560
San Antonio, TX 78229
(210) 615-7233
What is Dr. Berkowitz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Berkowitz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124018163.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Berkowitz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Berkowitz
What is Dr. Carl Berkowitz's specialty?
Dr. Berkowitz is a Infectious Disease Specialist near San Antonio, TX.
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.
Contact Dr. Berkowitz to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Carl Berkowitz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Berkowitz is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: St. Luke's Baptist 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
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Is Carl Berkowitz accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Carl Berkowitz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Carl Berkowitz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Berkowitz's office at (210) 614-8100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Carl Berkowitz?
Please contact Dr. Berkowitz's office at (210) 614-8100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Carl Berkowitz have?
Dr. Carl Berkowitz is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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