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29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Young, Infectious Disease Specialist in Allentown, PA?
Dr. Eric Young, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Allentown, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Young completed his residency at Va Commonwealth U Mcv Sch Med, Infectious Diseases; Boston Medical Center, Internal Medicine; Wright State Univ Sch Of Med, General Surgery. Dr. Young is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Young’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Young’s office.
Where did Dr. Young go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Va Commonwealth U Mcv Sch Med, Infectious Diseases; Boston Medical Center, Internal Medicine; Wright State Univ Sch Of Med, General Surgery | Boston University
Medical School: Boston Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma
Is Dr. Young board certified in Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Eric Young, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Young speak?
Dr. Young and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Young treat?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Young 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. Young. 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:
- Methicillin-Susceptible Staph Aureus Infection
- MRSA Infection
- Staphylococcal Infection
- Antibiotic Resistance
- MRSA
- MSSA Infection
- Sensitive Staph Infection
- Non-MRSA Staph
- Methicillin-Resistant Staph Infection
- Drug-Resistant Staph
- Superbug infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B9561: Methicillin susceptible Staphylococcus aureus infection as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere
- B9562: Methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus infection as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere
Also known as:
- Long-Term Antibiotic Use
- Antibiotics
- Chronic antibiotic therapy
- Ongoing antibiotic treatment
- Extended antibiotic use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z792: Long term (current) use of antibiotics
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
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:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vascular Access Device Management
- Vascular Access Care
- Port Management
- Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device
Also known as:
- Latent Tuberculosis
- Tuberculosis
- Inactive TB
- Latent TB Infection
- Hidden TB
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z227: Latent tuberculosis
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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- Lung Mycobacterial Infection
- Mycobacterial Infection
- Pulmonary NTM Infection
- Lung Nontuberculous Mycobacteria
ICD-10 Codes:
- A310: Pulmonary mycobacterial infection
Also known as:
- Lymphedema
- Lymphatic Swelling
- Fluid Retention in Limbs
- Chronic Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified
Which procedures does Dr. Young perform as a Infectious Disease Specialist?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Eric Young 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. Young's office.
Does Dr. Young accept my insurance?
Dr. Young accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Young accept in Allentown, PA?
Dr. Young in Allentown, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Geisinger Health Plan
Highmark Inc.
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
Spectrum
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Young's office located?
What is Dr. Young's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Young's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346221975.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Young?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Young
What is Dr. Eric Young's specialty?
Dr. Young is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Allentown, PA.
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. Young to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Eric Young affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Young is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Health Network- Pocono 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
Where can I learn more about Infectious Disease Specialist?
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Is Eric Young accepting new patients in Allentown, PA?
Yes, Dr. Eric Young is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Eric Young offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Young's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Eric Young?
Please contact Dr. Young's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Eric Young have?
Dr. Eric Young is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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