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32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Posorske, Infectious Disease Specialist in Silver Spring, MD?
Dr. Lynette Posorske, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Silver Spring, MD with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 32 years. Dr. Posorske is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Posorske’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Posorske’s office at (301) 588-2525.
What languages does Dr. Posorske speak?
Dr. Posorske and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Posorske typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Posorske 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. Posorske. 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Cellulitis
- Bacterial Skin Infection
- Leg Skin Infection
- Spreading Skin Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Posorske typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Lynette Posorske 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. Posorske's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Posorske accept my insurance?
Dr. Posorske accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 588-2525 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Posorske accept in Silver Spring, MD?
Dr. Posorske in Silver Spring, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Maryland Physicians Care
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Posorske's office located?
Dr. Lynette Posorske's Primary Practice
8630 Fenton St Ste 700
Silver Spring, MD 20910
(301) 588-2525
What is Dr. Posorske's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Posorske's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598728305.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Posorske?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Posorske
What is Dr. Lynette Posorske's specialty?
Dr. Posorske is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Silver Spring, MD.
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. Lynette Posorske affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Posorske is affiliated with Beebe Healthcare, Suburban Hospital, Tidalhealth Nanticoke 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 Lynette Posorske accepting new patients in Silver Spring, MD?
Yes, Dr. Lynette Posorske is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lynette Posorske offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Posorske's office at (301) 588-2525 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lynette Posorske?
Please contact Dr. Posorske's office at (301) 588-2525 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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