Summary

Dr. Joseph Desimone is an internal medicine physician who specializes in infectious disease, bringing over three decades of experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Hahnemann University School of Medicine and has dedicated his career to treating complex infectious conditions. Throughout his 32 years in medicine, Dr. Desimone has developed particular expertise in HIV care and related conditions. He provides care in English to patients throughout the Philadelphia area.

Dr. Desimone practices at Jefferson Methodist Hospital and maintains locations across Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, as well as Salem, New Jersey. His clinical focus centers on HIV treatment, including care for pediatric HIV infection and acute HIV cases. He performs specialized procedures such as HIV viral load monitoring and works with autoinjectors and insulin pen management for his patients. Patient feedback reflects his dedicated approach to care, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 32 years of experience
  • 26 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Hahnemann University School Of Medicine
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 7 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Joseph Andrew Desimone has 7 locations

Jefferson Methodist Hospital

2301 S Broad StPhiladelphia, PA 19148

Jefferson Hospital For Neuroscience

900 Walnut StPhiladelphia, PA 19107

Jefferson Infectious Diseases

1101 CHESTNUT ST FL 11PHILADELPHIA, PA 19107
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Einstein Medical Center Philadelphia

5501 Old York RdPhiladelphia, PA 19141

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4.7 
32 Years of Experience 6 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Philadelphia , PAPhiladelphia , PADarby , PAPhiladelphia , PA
Med School: Hahnemann University School Of Medicine Med School: West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Howard University College of Medicine Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Joseph Andrew Desimone

  • Aetna
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - HMO
  • CHAMPVA
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - Medicare
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Health Partners Plans (Pennsylvania)
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Keystone First
  • Keystone First - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - PPO
  • Meritain Health
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UPMC Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Joseph Andrew Desimone has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Joseph Andrew Desimone has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • AIDS/HIV (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome)
  • Fever
  • Hepatitis C
  • HIV Infections
  • Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV/AIDS)
  • Immunization
  • Infection
  • Infectious Disease
  • Vaccination

Certifications, License, & Education

32 Years Experience

Dr. Joseph Andrew Desimone holds an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Hahnemann University School Of Medicine in 1994.

NPI Number

Dr. Desimone's NPI number is 1801819131.

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Dr. Joseph Andrew Desimone is affiliated with Jefferson Methodist Hospital.

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