Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fischer, Infectious Disease Specialist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Robert Fischer, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Fischer graduated from Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts and completed his residency at U Ma Mem Hlthcare-Univ Campus, Infectious Diseases; L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Fischer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fischer’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fischer’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Fischer?
Dr. Robert Fischer, 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. Fischer empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in HIV/AIDS, Travel Medicine, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Philadelphia/PA community, Dr. Fischer is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Fischer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: U Ma Mem Hlthcare-Univ Campus, Infectious Diseases; L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | USC/LAC-Keck School of Medicine
Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts | Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
Is Dr. Fischer board certified in Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Robert Fischer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Fischer speak?
Dr. Fischer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Fischer treat?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Fischer 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. Fischer. 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:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
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:
- Sepsis
- MSSA Blood Poisoning
- E. Coli Sepsis
- Staphylococcal Infection
- E. Coli Infection
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
- MSSA Sepsis
- Methicillin-Sensitive Staph Sepsis
- E. coli Blood Infection
- E. coli Septicemia
- Bacterial Blood Poisoning
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
- A4101: Sepsis due to Methicillin susceptible Staphylococcus aureus
- A4151: Sepsis due to Escherichia coli [E. coli]
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
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:
- Bacterial Infection
- Bacterial Disease
- Germ Infection
- Microbial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A498: Other bacterial infections of unspecified site
Also known as:
- Bone Infection
- Osteomyelitis
- Infected Bone
- Bone Inflammation
- Bone Infection Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M869: Osteomyelitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cellulitis of Left Lower Limb
- Cellulitis
- Left Leg Skin Infection
- Bacterial Left Leg Infection
- Spreading Left Leg Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03116: Cellulitis of left lower limb
Also known as:
- Cellulitis
- Skin infection
- Bacterial skin inflammation
- Acute skin infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L0390: Cellulitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
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:
- Strep Infection
- Streptococcal Infection
- Streptococcus infection
- Strep disease
- Group A strep
ICD-10 Codes:
- A491: Streptococcal infection, unspecified site
Which procedures does Dr. Fischer perform as a Infectious Disease Specialist?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Robert Fischer 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. Fischer's office.
Does Dr. Fischer accept my insurance?
Dr. Fischer 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. Fischer accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Fischer in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Geisinger Health Plan
Health Partners Plans
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Independent Health
Medicare
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Fischer's office located?
Recognitions
Castle Connolly Doctor’s Choice Awards
Doctor’s Choice - All Time
Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition across all time
What is Dr. Fischer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fischer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508834250.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fischer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fischer
What is Dr. Robert Fischer's specialty?
Dr. Fischer is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Philadelphia, 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. Fischer to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Robert Fischer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fischer is affiliated with Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Infectious Disease Specialist?
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Is Robert Fischer accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Robert Fischer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Fischer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fischer's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Fischer?
Please contact Dr. Fischer's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Fischer have?
Dr. Robert Fischer is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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