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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nowak, Infectious Disease Specialist in Memphis, TN?
Dr. Kristie Nowak, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Memphis, TN with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Nowak completed her residency at Geo Washington Univ Sch Med, Internal Medicine; Washington Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Nowak is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nowak’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nowak’s office at (901) 685-3490.
Where did Dr. Nowak go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Geo Washington Univ Sch Med, Internal Medicine; Washington Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Georgetown Univ Sch of Med, Washington Dc
Is Dr. Nowak board certified in Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Kristie Nowak, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Nowak speak?
Dr. Nowak and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Nowak treat?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Nowak 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. Nowak. 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:
- Pneumonia
- Aspiration Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
- Inhalation Pneumonia
- Chemical Pneumonitis
- Aspiration Lung Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
- J690: Pneumonitis due to inhalation of food and vomit
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- Pus in Urine
- Kidney Infection
- Urine and Urination
- Kidney Disease
- Kidney Infection (Pyelonephritis)
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
- Pyuria
- White blood cells in urine
- Cloudy urine
- Pyelonephritis
- Acute Kidney Infection
- Renal Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
- R8281: Pyuria
- N10: Acute pyelonephritis
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- High White Blood Cell Count
- Low Neutrophil Count
- Blood Disorder
- Leukocytosis
- Elevated leukocyte count
- High WBC count
- Neutropenia
- Low white blood cell count
- Neutrophil deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
- D709: Neutropenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Dilated Cardiomyopathy
- Cardiomyopathy
- Familial dilated cardiomyopathy
- X-linked dilated cardiomyopathy
- Enlarged heart muscle
- DCM
ICD-10 Codes:
- I420: Dilated cardiomyopathy
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
Also known as:
- Infection of Cardiac or Vascular Device
- Infected Cardiovascular Implant
- Heart Device Infection
- Vascular Graft Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- T827XXA: Infection and inflammatory reaction due to other cardiac and vascular devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89159: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, unspecified stage
Also known as:
- C. diff Infection
- Gastroenteritis
- Clostridioides difficile infection
- Clostridium difficile colitis
- C. difficile-associated diarrhea
ICD-10 Codes:
- A0472: Enterocolitis due to Clostridium difficile, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Cellulitis
- Bacterial Skin Infection
- Leg Skin Infection
- Spreading Skin Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb
Also known as:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Which procedures does Dr. Nowak perform as a Infectious Disease Specialist?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Kristie Nowak 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. Nowak's office.
Does Dr. Nowak accept my insurance?
Dr. Nowak accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (901) 685-3490 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nowak accept in Memphis, TN?
Dr. Nowak in Memphis, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Nowak's office located?
Dr. Kristie Nowak's Primary Practice
6799 Great Oaks Rd Ste 250
Memphis, TN 38138
(901) 685-3490
What is Dr. Nowak's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nowak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275598781.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nowak?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nowak
What is Dr. Kristie Nowak's specialty?
Dr. Nowak is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Memphis, TN.
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. Nowak to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Kristie Nowak affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nowak is affiliated with Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis 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 Kristie Nowak accepting new patients in Memphis, TN?
Yes, Dr. Kristie Nowak is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kristie Nowak offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nowak's office at (901) 685-3490 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kristie Nowak?
Please contact Dr. Nowak's office at (901) 685-3490 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kristie Nowak have?
Dr. Kristie Nowak is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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