Lately, i've been often asked about specialist and what specialist to contact in a specific case. Honestly, as an insurance agent i don't know the specifics of medical specialties and treatments. The best point of contact would be a primary care doctor.
However, i've tried doing a little research and compiled Medical Specialist and reasons one might contact them.
here is the list:
Family Practice or General Practice
• Diagnosis and treatment of general medical conditions of all age groups.
• Diagnosis and treatment of general medical conditions of all age groups.
Internal Medicine
• Medical diagnosis and non-surgical treatment of diseases or disorders.
• Medical diagnosis and non-surgical treatment of diseases or disorders.
• Obstetrics and Gynecology
Gynecology
• Medical and surgical treatment for diseases and disorders of the female reproductive system.
Gynecologic Oncology Obstetrics
• Care of pregnancy and childbirth. Obstetrics/Gynecology
• Medical and surgical treatment of diseases and disorders of the female reproductive system and the care of pregnancy and childbirth.
• Care of pregnancy and childbirth. Obstetrics/Gynecology
• Medical and surgical treatment of diseases and disorders of the female reproductive system and the care of pregnancy and childbirth.
• Pediatrics
Allergy, Pediatric
• Diagnosis and treatment of allergic conditions. Cardiology, Pediatric
• Diagnosis and treatment of the heart and blood vessels.
Critical Care Medicine, Pediatric
• Diagnosis and treatment of critically ill or injured patients.
• Diagnosis and treatment of critically ill or injured patients.
Emergency Medicine, Pediatric
• Branch of medicine dealing with medical and surgical emergencies.
• Branch of medicine dealing with medical and surgical emergencies.
Endocrinology, Pediatric
• Diagnosis and treatment of diseases and disorders of the endocrine or ductless glands and their functions.
• Diagnosis and treatment of diseases and disorders of the endocrine or ductless glands and their functions.
Gastroenterology, Pediatric
• Diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the stomach, intestines, esophagus, liver, gall bladder and pancreas.
• Diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the stomach, intestines, esophagus, liver, gall bladder and pancreas.
General Pediatrics
• Diagnosis and treatment of diseases and medical conditions, as well as management of the health of children.
• Diagnosis and treatment of diseases and medical conditions, as well as management of the health of children.
Hematology/Oncology, Pediatric
• Diagnosis and treatment of cancer and diseases and disorders of the blood.
• Diagnosis and treatment of cancer and diseases and disorders of the blood.
Infectious Diseases, Pediatric
• Diagnosis and treatment of diseases caused by growth of microorganisms in the body.
• Diagnosis and treatment of diseases caused by growth of microorganisms in the body.
Neonatal/Perinatal Medicine
• Diagnosis and treatment of diseases and medical conditions in newborns.
• Diagnosis and treatment of diseases and medical conditions in newborns.
Nephrology/Pediatric
• Diagnosis and non-surgical treatment of diseases and disorders of the kidneys, including kidney dialysis.
• Diagnosis and non-surgical treatment of diseases and disorders of the kidneys, including kidney dialysis.
Neurology, Child
• Diagnosis and treatment of diseases and disorders of the nervous system and brain in children.
• Diagnosis and treatment of diseases and disorders of the nervous system and brain in children.
Orthopaedics, Pediatric
• Medical and surgical treatment of diseases, disorders and injuries of the bones, joints, muscles, tendons, ligaments, cartilage and related structures.
• Medical and surgical treatment of diseases, disorders and injuries of the bones, joints, muscles, tendons, ligaments, cartilage and related structures.
• Psychiatry, Child & Adolescent: Please search Mental Health Caregivers.
Pulmonology, Pediatric
• Diagnosis and medical treatment of diseases and disorders of the respiratory system, including the lungs.
• Diagnosis and medical treatment of diseases and disorders of the respiratory system, including the lungs.
Rheumatology, Pediatric
• Diagnosis and medical treatment of arthritis and rheumatic conditions.
• Diagnosis and medical treatment of arthritis and rheumatic conditions.
Sports Medicine, Pediatric
• Diagnosis and treatment of athletic injuries. Surgery, Pediatric
• Diagnosis and surgical treatment of children.
• Diagnosis and treatment of athletic injuries. Surgery, Pediatric
• Diagnosis and surgical treatment of children.
• Other Specialties
Addictive Medicine
• Diagnosis and treatment of medical and psychological conditions resulting from addiction.
Adolescent Medicine
• Diagnosis and treatment of general medical conditions in adolescents.
• Diagnosis and treatment of general medical conditions in adolescents.
Allergy
• Diagnosis and treatment of allergic conditions.
• Diagnosis and treatment of allergic conditions.
Allergy/Immunology
• Diagnosis and treatment of allergic conditions.
• Diagnosis and treatment of allergic conditions.
Anesthesiology
• Use of medications and anesthetic agents to prevent or relieve pain associated with surgery or other treatment procedures.
• Use of medications and anesthetic agents to prevent or relieve pain associated with surgery or other treatment procedures.
Audiologist
• Diagnosis and treatment of hearing defects.
• Diagnosis and treatment of hearing defects.
Burn Specialist
• Treatment of burn victims.
• Treatment of burn victims.
Cardiology
• Diagnosis and treatment of the heart and blood vessels Cardiovascular Disease
• Diagnosis and treatment of the heart and blood vessels.
• Diagnosis and treatment of the heart and blood vessels Cardiovascular Disease
• Diagnosis and treatment of the heart and blood vessels.
Critical Care Medicine
• Diagnosis and treatment of critically ill or injured patients.
• Diagnosis and treatment of critically ill or injured patients.
Dermatology
• Diagnosis and treatment of skin disorders and diseases.
Diabetes
• Diagnosis and treatment of diabetes.
• Diagnosis and treatment of diabetes.
Emergency Immunology
• Emergent diagnosis and treatment of malfunctions of the immune system.
• Emergent diagnosis and treatment of malfunctions of the immune system.
Emergency Medicine
• Branch of medicine dealing with medical and surgical emergencies Endocrinology
• Diagnosis and treatment of diseases and disorders of the endocrine or ductless glands and their functions.
• Branch of medicine dealing with medical and surgical emergencies Endocrinology
• Diagnosis and treatment of diseases and disorders of the endocrine or ductless glands and their functions.
Endocrinology & Metabolism
• Diagnosis and treatment of diseases and disorders of the endocrine glands and of metabolic disorders.
• Diagnosis and treatment of diseases and disorders of the endocrine glands and of metabolic disorders.
Family Practice, General Practice
• Diagnosis and treatment of general medical conditions of all age groups.
• Diagnosis and treatment of general medical conditions of all age groups.
Gastroenterology General Practice, Family Practice
• Diagnosis and treatment of general medical conditions of all age groups.
• Diagnosis and treatment of general medical conditions of all age groups.
Genetic Studies and Clinical Biochemical
• Study of the biochemistry of genes and chemical influences on the gene.
• Study of the biochemistry of genes and chemical influences on the gene.
Geriatric Medicine
• Medical treatment and concerns of the unique physical, psychological and social conditions relating to the aging process.
• Medical treatment and concerns of the unique physical, psychological and social conditions relating to the aging process.
Geriatric Medicine/Internal Medicine
• Diagnosis and treatment of the physical, psychological and social conditions related to the aging process.
• Gynecologic Oncology: See Obstetrics and Gynecology, Gynecologic Oncology Hematology
• Diagnosis and treatment of diseases and disorders of the blood.
• Diagnosis and treatment of the physical, psychological and social conditions related to the aging process.
• Gynecologic Oncology: See Obstetrics and Gynecology, Gynecologic Oncology Hematology
• Diagnosis and treatment of diseases and disorders of the blood.
Hematology/Oncology
• Diagnosis and treatment of cancer and diseases and disorders of the blood.
• Diagnosis and treatment of cancer and diseases and disorders of the blood.
Hepatology & Gastroenterology
• Diagnosis and treatment of diseases and disorders of the liver, stomach, intestines, gall bladder, esophagus and pancreas.
• Diagnosis and treatment of diseases and disorders of the liver, stomach, intestines, gall bladder, esophagus and pancreas.
HIV/AIDS
• Diagnosis and treatment of diseases and disorders related to Human Immunodeficiency Virus and Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome.
• Diagnosis and treatment of diseases and disorders related to Human Immunodeficiency Virus and Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome.
Infectious Disease
• Diagnosis and treatment of diseases caused by growth of microorganisms in the body.
• Diagnosis and treatment of diseases caused by growth of microorganisms in the body.
Internal Medicine
• Medical diagnosis and non-surgical treatment of diseases or disorders.
• Medical diagnosis and non-surgical treatment of diseases or disorders.
Medical Genetics
• Diagnosis and treatment of and counseling for genetically linked diseases and disorders.
• Diagnosis and treatment of and counseling for genetically linked diseases and disorders.
Medical Oncology
• Diagnosis and non-surgical treatment of cancer.
• Diagnosis and non-surgical treatment of cancer.
Multi-Specialty Group
• A group of physicians representing a variety of specialties.
• Neonatal/Perinatal Medicine: See Pediatrics, Neonatal and Perinatal Medicine Nephrology
• Diagnosis and non-surgical treatment of diseases and disorders of the kidneys, including kidney dialysis.
• A group of physicians representing a variety of specialties.
• Neonatal/Perinatal Medicine: See Pediatrics, Neonatal and Perinatal Medicine Nephrology
• Diagnosis and non-surgical treatment of diseases and disorders of the kidneys, including kidney dialysis.
Neurology
• Non-surgical diagnosis and treatment of diseases and disorders of the nervous system and the brain.
• Non-surgical diagnosis and treatment of diseases and disorders of the nervous system and the brain.
Nuclear Medicine
• Diagnosis and treatment of disorders by means of radioactive substances.
• Ophthalmologist: Please search Vision Care.
• Optician: Please search Vision Care.
• Optometrist: Please search Vision Care. Orthopedics
• Diagnosis and treatment of skeleton, joints and other supporting structures of the body.
• Diagnosis and treatment of disorders by means of radioactive substances.
• Ophthalmologist: Please search Vision Care.
• Optician: Please search Vision Care.
• Optometrist: Please search Vision Care. Orthopedics
• Diagnosis and treatment of skeleton, joints and other supporting structures of the body.
Orthotist
• Makes and fits orthopedic appliances.
• Makes and fits orthopedic appliances.
Otolaryngology
• Diagnosis and treatment of diseases and disorders of the ear, nose and throat.
Pain Management
• Treatment of chronic pain.
• Treatment of chronic pain.
Pathology
• Laboratory study of body tissue and fluids to diagnose disease.
• Laboratory study of body tissue and fluids to diagnose disease.
Peripheral Vascular Disease
• Diagnosis and non-surgical treatment of diseases and disorders of the blood vessels.
• Diagnosis and non-surgical treatment of diseases and disorders of the blood vessels.
Podiatry
• Medical and surgical treatment of diseases, disorders and injuries of the bone, joints, muscles, tendons, ligaments, cartilage and related structures of the foot and ankle.
• Medical and surgical treatment of diseases, disorders and injuries of the bone, joints, muscles, tendons, ligaments, cartilage and related structures of the foot and ankle.
Preventive Medicine
• Branch of medicine dealing with health promotion and disease prevention or medical conditions.
• Branch of medicine dealing with health promotion and disease prevention or medical conditions.
Proctology & General Surgery
• Diagnosis and treatment of diseases and disorders of the rectum and anus.
• Diagnosis and treatment of diseases and disorders of the rectum and anus.
Prosthetics
• Dealing with the design, production, and use of artificial body parts.
• Dealing with the design, production, and use of artificial body parts.
Prosthetics/Orthotics
• Dealing with the design, production, and use of artificial body parts and orthopedic appliances.
• Psychiatrist: Please search Mental Health Caregivers
• Psychologist: Please search Mental Health Caregivers Pulmonary Disease
• Diagnosis and medical treatment of diseases and disorders of the respiratory system, including the lungs.
• Dealing with the design, production, and use of artificial body parts and orthopedic appliances.
• Psychiatrist: Please search Mental Health Caregivers
• Psychologist: Please search Mental Health Caregivers Pulmonary Disease
• Diagnosis and medical treatment of diseases and disorders of the respiratory system, including the lungs.
Pulmonary Disease & Intensivists
• Diagnosis and treatment of diseases and disorders of the respiratory system.
• Diagnosis and treatment of diseases and disorders of the respiratory system.
Radiation Oncology
• Diagnosis and treatment of disease by radiation.
• Diagnosis and treatment of disease by radiation.
Radiology
• Diagnosis and treatment of diseases and disorders by use of radiologic substances.
• Diagnosis and treatment of diseases and disorders by use of radiologic substances.
Reproductive Endocrinology
• Diagnosis and treatment of diseases and disorders of the endocrine glands or ductless glands specifically related to reproduction.
• Diagnosis and treatment of diseases and disorders of the endocrine glands or ductless glands specifically related to reproduction.
Rheumatology
• Diagnosis and medical treatment of arthritis and rheumatic conditions.
• Diagnosis and medical treatment of arthritis and rheumatic conditions.
Sports Medicine
• Diagnosis and treatment of athletic injuries.
• Diagnosis and treatment of athletic injuries.
Surgery, Cardiac
• Surgical treatment of diseases and disorders of the heart and blood vessels. Surgery, Cardio/Thoracic
• Surgical treatment of diseases and disorders of the chest, lungs, heart and blood vessels.
• Surgical treatment of diseases and disorders of the heart and blood vessels. Surgery, Cardio/Thoracic
• Surgical treatment of diseases and disorders of the chest, lungs, heart and blood vessels.
Surgery, Cardiovascular
• Diagnosis and surgical treatment of diseases and disorders of the heart and blood vessels.
• Diagnosis and surgical treatment of diseases and disorders of the heart and blood vessels.
Surgery, Colon & Rectal
• Diagnosis and surgical treatment of disease and disorders of the lower digestive tract, rectum and anus. Surgery, Critical Care
• Diagnosis and surgical treatment of critically injured patients.
• Diagnosis and surgical treatment of disease and disorders of the lower digestive tract, rectum and anus. Surgery, Critical Care
• Diagnosis and surgical treatment of critically injured patients.
Surgery, General
• Diagnosis and surgical treatment of disease and injury.
• Diagnosis and surgical treatment of disease and injury.
Surgery, General Vascular
• Diagnosis and surgical treatment of diseases and disorders of the vascular system (blood vessels).
• Diagnosis and surgical treatment of diseases and disorders of the vascular system (blood vessels).
Surgery, Hand
• Surgery and treatment of hand disorders.
• Surgery and treatment of hand disorders.
Surgery, Head/Neck
• Diagnosis and surgical treatment of the head and neck, including reconstructive or plastic surgery.
• Diagnosis and surgical treatment of the head and neck, including reconstructive or plastic surgery.
Surgery, Neurological
• Diagnosis and surgical treatment of diseases and disorders of the nervous system and the brain.
• Diagnosis and surgical treatment of diseases and disorders of the nervous system and the brain.
Surgery, Oral
• Diagnosis and surgical treatment of diseases and disorders of the mouth.
• Diagnosis and surgical treatment of diseases and disorders of the mouth.
Surgery, Oral Maxillofacial
• Diagnosis and surgical treatment of defects, injuries, and diseases involving the head, mouth, teeth, gums, jaws, and neck.
• Diagnosis and surgical treatment of defects, injuries, and diseases involving the head, mouth, teeth, gums, jaws, and neck.
Surgery, Orthopedic
• Medical and surgical treatment of diseases, disorders and injuries of the bones, joints, muscles, tendons, ligaments, cartilage and related structures.
Surgery, Plastic
• Surgical treatment of tissue and / or bone to repair, reconstruct or modify.
• Surgical treatment of tissue and / or bone to repair, reconstruct or modify.
Surgery, Thoracic
• Surgical treatment of diseases and disorders of the chest, lungs, heart and blood vessels.
• Surgical treatment of diseases and disorders of the chest, lungs, heart and blood vessels.
Surgical Oncology
• Diagnosis and surgical treatment of cancers.
• Diagnosis and surgical treatment of cancers.
Therapeutic Radiology
• Treatment of diseases and disorders with radiation.
• Treatment of diseases and disorders with radiation.
Urology
• Diagnosis and medical or surgical treatment of diseases and disorders of the genito-urinary organs and tract.
• Diagnosis and medical or surgical treatment of diseases and disorders of the genito-urinary organs and tract.
If you have a medical PPO plan, you can simply contact the specialist that is in network with your insurance. In an HMO plan you will need to request a referral from your primary care doctor.
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