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Dr. Steve Kuriyama, MD

Encinitas, CA

39 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kuriyama, Infectious Disease Specialist in Encinitas, CA?

    Dr. Steve Kuriyama, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Encinitas, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified. Dr. Kuriyama graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Vet Affairs Med Ctr, Infectious Diseases; Ucla Med Ctr, Infectious Diseases; Ucla Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Kuriyama is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kuriyama’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kuriyama’s office at (760) 806-9263.

    Where did Dr. Kuriyama go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Vet Affairs Med Ctr, Infectious Diseases; Ucla Med Ctr, Infectious Diseases; Ucla Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | U S DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

    • Medical School: University of Ca, San Diego, Sch of Med, La Jolla Ca | University of California

    Is Dr. Kuriyama board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Steve Kuriyama, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Kuriyama speak?

    Dr. Kuriyama and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Kuriyama typically treat?

    As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Kuriyama 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. Kuriyama. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Blood Infection
    • Sepsis
    • Bacteremia
    • Bacteria in blood
    • Bloodstream infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7881: Bacteremia

    What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Kuriyama typically perform?

    As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Steve Kuriyama may include:

    Please contact Dr. Kuriyama's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Kuriyama accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kuriyama accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 806-9263 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kuriyama accept in Encinitas, CA?

    Dr. Kuriyama in Encinitas, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Imperial Health Holdings

    • Medicare

    • Other Support Agencies/Consultants

    • Scripps Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Kuriyama's office located?

    Dr. Steve Kuriyama's Primary Practice

    662 Encinitas Blvd Ste 204

    Encinitas, CA 92024

    (760) 806-9263

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    Dr. Steve Kuriyama's Practice 2

    122 Civic Center Dr Ste 101

    Vista, CA 92084

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    Dr. Steve Kuriyama's Practice 3

    354 Santa Fe Dr

    Encinitas, CA 92024

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    What is Dr. Kuriyama's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Kuriyama's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962412981.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kuriyama?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kuriyama

    What is Dr. Steve Kuriyama's specialty?

    Dr. Kuriyama is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Encinitas, CA.

    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. Steve Kuriyama affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kuriyama is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas 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

    When to see an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Infectious Disease Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Steve Kuriyama accepting new patients in Encinitas, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Steve Kuriyama is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Steve Kuriyama offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kuriyama's office at (760) 806-9263 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Steve Kuriyama?

    Please contact Dr. Kuriyama's office at (760) 806-9263 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Steve Kuriyama have?

    Dr. Steve Kuriyama is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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