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Infectious Disease Physician

Allopathic & Osteopathic PhysiciansInternal MedicineInfectious Disease
15,198 providers nationally207RI0200X

Definition

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.

Quick Facts

Taxonomy Code
207RI0200X
Grouping
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification
Internal Medicine
Specialization
Infectious Disease
National Providers
15,198
Conditions Treated
3

Top States

CA1,531 providers
FL1,268 providers
NY1,260 providers
TX1,046 providers
PA735 providers
MD671 providers
MA621 providers
IL574 providers
NJ560 providers
GA471 providers

Specialty data is derived from the NUCC Healthcare Provider Taxonomy. Provider counts are approximate and reflect NPI registry data. Always verify provider credentials independently.