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21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Defreitas, Infectious Disease Specialist in Fort Worth, TX?
Dr. Donna Defreitas, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Fort Worth, TX with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Defreitas completed her residency at Good Samaritan Reg Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Defreitas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Defreitas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Defreitas’s office at (415) 750-5736.
Where did Dr. Defreitas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Good Samaritan Reg Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Good Samaritan Reg Med Center
Medical School: University of Va Sch of Med, Charlottesville Va
Is Dr. Defreitas board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Donna Defreitas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Defreitas speak?
Dr. Defreitas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Defreitas typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Defreitas 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. Defreitas. 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Immune System Disorder
- Immune System and Disorder
- Immunity Problems
- Immune System Dysfunction
- Immunological Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- D899: Disorder involving the immune mechanism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Defreitas typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Defreitas performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Defreitas. 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:
- PICC Line Insertion (Adult/Older Child)
- Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter
- PICC Line Placement
- Central Venous Catheter Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36573: Insertion of peripherally inserted central venous catheter (PICC), without subcutaneous port or pump, including all imaging guidance, image documentation, and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation required to perform the insertion; age 5 years or older
Does Dr. Defreitas accept my insurance?
Dr. Defreitas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 750-5736 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Defreitas accept in Fort Worth, TX?
Dr. Defreitas in Fort Worth, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Baylor Scott & White Holdings
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Defreitas' office located?
Dr. Donna Defreitas' Primary Practice
1025 College Ave
Fort Worth, TX 76104
(415) 750-5736
What is Dr. Defreitas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Defreitas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457331498.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Defreitas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Defreitas
What is Dr. Donna Defreitas's specialty?
Dr. Defreitas is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Fort Worth, 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. Donna Defreitas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Defreitas is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White All Saints Medical Center - Fort Worth, Texas Health Southwest Fort Worth, Medical City Fort Worth Hospital, Baylor Scott & White Surgical Hospital - Fort Worth, Medical City Dallas Hospital, William P. Clements Jr. University 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
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Is Donna Defreitas accepting new patients in Fort Worth, TX?
Yes, Dr. Donna Defreitas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Donna Defreitas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Defreitas's office at (415) 750-5736 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Donna Defreitas?
Please contact Dr. Defreitas's office at (415) 750-5736 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Donna Defreitas have?
Dr. Donna Defreitas is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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