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Dr. Warren L. Dinges, MD, PHD

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Specializes in: Adult Infectious Disease

University of Texas Southwestern Medical School (2003)

Professional interests include: dementia, typhoid fever, parasitic infection, and more.

509 Olive Way
Seattle, WA 98101

(206) 682-3444

Dr. Warren L. Dinges, MD, PHD is an adult infectious disease specialist in Seattle, WA specializing in adult infectious disease. He graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in 2003 and has 23 years of experience. Dr. Warren L. Dinges, MD, PHD is affiliated with Swedish Medical Center, Providence, Swedish Edmonds Campus, Swedish Issaquah Campus, Swedish Cherry Hill Campus and Swedish First Hill Campus.

Office Locations

509 Olive Way
Seattle, WA 98101

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Some issues Dr. Warren L. Dinges, MD, PHD can help you with:

Autoimmune Diseases

An autoimmune disorder happens when the immune system mistakenly attacks the tissues of its own body, causing symptoms of illness. There are more than 80 different types of autoimmune disorders. While some are very rare, others are fairly common. Combined, autoimmune disorders are one of the leading causes of death and disability in the United States, affecting approximately 24 million people.

A properly working immune system identifies foreign substances in the body that might cause illness, such as bacteria and viruses. The immune system then creates antibodies which attack the foreign substances, neutralizing them and keeping the body safe. In people with autoimmune disorders, something goes wrong with this process. For reasons that are not fully understand, the immune system creates antibodies to attack the patient's own tissues.

Symptoms of an autoimmune disorder depend on which tissue is being attacked by the immune system, but common symptoms of autoimmune disease include fever, fatigue, and a general feeling of just not being well. Autoimmune disorders are more common in women than in men, and they may run in families. Autoimmune disorders can affect various parts of the body such as blood vessels, connective tissue, endocrine glands, joints, muscles, red blood cells, skin, and many others.

It is common to have more than one autoimmune disorder at a time. Most are chronic, or life-long illnesses, although they may come and go in flares. Treatment for autoimmune disorders depends on which part of the body is being attacked. For example:

A type 1 diabetic whose pancreas has been damaged will need insulin.
A person with Hashimoto's whose thyroid has been damaged will need replacement thyroid hormones.
Someone with Sjogren's syndrome will need eye drops and mouth rinses to replace tears and saliva.

Many autoimmune disorders of all kinds are treated with immune-suppressing medications, such as corticosteroids (e.g. prednisone) to reduce the effect of the immune system.

Lyme Disease

Lyme disease is a condition caused by bacteria (borrelia burgdorferi) that are transmitted via infected ticks. Most cases of Lyme disease are found in the United States East Coast and parts of the Midwest. The three main vectors of transmission for Lyme disease are:

Blacklegged (deer) ticks, which spread Lyme disease in the Northeastern, North -Central, and mid-Atlantic United States.
Western blacklegged ticks, which spread Lyme disease in the Pacific and Coastal regions of the United States.
A mother infected with Lyme disease may pass it onto a fetus.

As background, ticks lay on the tops of grass and brush, clutching onto leaves with their legs and with their arms outstretched. This formation is called "questing" and allows ticks to quickly latch onto passers-by. Within two hours of biting a person's skin, the tick slowly begins to feed from the blood of its host, which can transmit the bacteria that causes Lyme disease. This tick activity generally occurs seasonally and tick bites mostly occur during the springtime.

After being infected, people with Lyme disease may develop symptoms like fever, exhaustion, headache, joint aches, and skin rash, usually three to thirty days after the tick bite. Lyme disease is characterized by a particular skin rash called erythema migrans, which is an enlarged red rash that starts at the site of the tick bite and expands outwards. The rash is a strong indicator that someone has developed or is at risk of developing Lyme disease.

In the following few months, symptoms may worsen and progress to include:

Facial palsy (facial droop)
Headache and neck pain
Arthritis
Nerve pain and numbness
Spinal and brain inflammation
Abnormal heart rhythm (Lyme carditis)

Most cases of Lyme disease dissipate over a few months. Lyme disease may be cured by a course of oral antibiotics, such as amoxicillin or doxycycline. Other treatments may include:

Nerve blocking drugs for pain, such as gabapentin
Topical ointments for rashes

People can take action to prevent Lyme disease by exercising caution when in environments with ticks. Using insect repellant and wearing long socks and protecting clothing can help prevent tick bites. Outdoor enthusiasts should regularly perform "tick checks," evaluating their skin for small ticks, especially in areas where ticks may easily burrow. Showering within two hours of returning indoors also can reduce the likelihood of developing Lyme disease.

Mononucleosis (Mono)

Mononucleosis, frequently called ''mono,'' is a viral infection that causes fatigue, fever, swollen lymph glands, and sore throat. The Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), spread through saliva, is the primary virus that leads to mono. Mono is most common in teenagers and young adults, where EBV is often transmitted through kissing or sharing drinks. For this reason, mono is colloquially referred to as ''the kissing disease.'' Mononucleosis usually resolves on its own; however, recovery from mono can take from several days to several weeks. Some young adults may continue to experience extreme fatigue from mono for months, often requiring a semester home from school.

Mononucleosis happens in three stages:

During the initial stage, those with mono may experience few symptoms as EBV replicates in the body. Symptoms such as headaches and body aches are often misattributed to allergies or stress. People with mono may continue performing their daily activities and attending school, leading to increased transmission of the virus to others. The initial stage lasts for about five to fourteen days.

During the acute stage, mono symptoms intensify and may include the enlargement of the spleen, a sore throat, fatigue, liver issues, and skin rashes. The mono infection is at its worst in this stage.

Lastly, the convalescent stage is when recovery begins. This period of healing can last from two to six months.

Mono can be detected by a physical exam; physicians can diagnose mono by checking for inflamed lymph nodes, tonsils, or spleens. Blood antibody tests may also help diagnose mono by revealing antibodies in the blood that were formed as a response to the Epstein-Barr virus. Elevated levels of white blood cells can also suggest that a patient has mono.

There are no medications specifically for mono or the Epstein-Barr virus, and patients are advised to rest and avoid strenuous exercise. Drinking plenty of fluids, eating a healthy diet, and taking anti-inflammatory ibuprofen (motrin) may also help people who are afflicted with mono feel better.

People with mono should take precautions to avoid spreading the condition to others. They can prevent infection by not sharing glasses, food, and utensils with others until they fully recover.

In The News (see more mentions in the news)

“Various studies have shown that 9.6% of all horses, and 4% to 10.2% of dogs in the country - as well as 46% of feral hogs in Florida - have been infected with leptosporisis, though only a small...”—"Leptospirosis in the Bronx: What to know about the potentially deadly disease", amNewYork, February 2017

“Dr. Warren Dinges of the Seattle Infectious Diseases Clinic said he s treating an HIV patient who got toxoplasmosis in his eye, damaging his vision.”—"Turing reneges on drug price cut, rival s version sells well", The San Diego Union-Tribune, November 2015

“Dr. Warren Dinges of the Seattle Infectious Diseases told the AP one of his patients - an artist whose vision was damaged by toxoplasmosis - had been told Daraprim was out of stock when refilling...”—"Vile pharma CEO goes back on promise to slash price of drug for AIDS and cancer patients", New York Daily News, November 2015

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Warren L. Dinges, MD, PHD in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 5%

By Volume:

flu shot

In 2023, Dr. Warren L. Dinges, MD, PHD performed more flu shot procedures for Medicare patients than 95% of providers in related specialties within Washington.

Top 25%

By Affordability:

venipuncture

In 2012, Dr. Warren L. Dinges, MD, PHD had a list price for venipuncture (phlebotomy) that was lower than the list prices billed to Medicare by 75% of providers in related specialties within Washington. Actual amounts paid by patients can vary widely depending on a number of factors, including insurance coverage. A lower list price, however, might mean lower fees when paying without insurance.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Warren L. Dinges, MD, PHD treated as an adult infectious disease specialist in Seattle, WA during 2012 were hospital care, inpatient care, lab tests and blood draw.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Warren L. Dinges, MD, PHD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	98
doctor visit	276
hospital care	1041
inpatient care	1041
lab tests	260

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Warren L. Dinges, MD, PHD treated as an adult infectious disease specialist in Seattle, WA during 2013 were hospital care, inpatient care, lab tests and blood draw.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Warren L. Dinges, MD, PHD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	135
doctor visit	296
hospital care	735
inpatient care	735
lab tests	373
preventive care	15
vaccines	15

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Warren L. Dinges, MD, PHD.

**Gender**
Male	132
Female	103

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	175
Black	25
Hispanic	0
Asian	18
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	78
From 75 to 84	51
85 and over	34
Less than 65	72

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Warren L. Dinges, MD, PHD in 2013

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	48
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	43
Depression	37
Chronic Kidney Disease	57
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	38
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	24
Diabetes	31
Dementia	14
Cancer	18

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Warren L. Dinges, MD, PHD treated as an adult infectious disease specialist in Seattle, WA during 2014 were hospital care, inpatient care, lab tests and blood draw.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Warren L. Dinges, MD, PHD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	94
doctor visit	166
hospital care	597
inpatient care	597
lab tests	204

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Warren L. Dinges, MD, PHD.

**Gender**
Male	102
Female	81

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	130
Black	27
Hispanic	0
Asian	11
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	62
From 75 to 84	41
85 and over	27
Less than 65	53

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Warren L. Dinges, MD, PHD in 2014

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	11
Ischemic Heart Disease	42
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	57
Asthma	18
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	23
Heart Failure	39
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	20
Diabetes	42
Dementia	15
Cancer	9

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Warren L. Dinges, MD, PHD treated as an adult infectious disease specialist in Seattle, WA during 2015 were blood draw, hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Warren L. Dinges, MD, PHD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	93
doctor visit	158
hospital care	27
inpatient care	27

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Warren L. Dinges, MD, PHD.

**Gender**
Male	92
Female	58

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	108
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	30
85 and over	0
Less than 65	80

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Warren L. Dinges, MD, PHD in 2015

Hypertension	56
High Cholesterol	48
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	39
Chronic Kidney Disease	45
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	24
Diabetes	28
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Warren L. Dinges, MD, PHD treated as an adult infectious disease specialist in Seattle, WA during 2016 were blood draw.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Warren L. Dinges, MD, PHD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	60
doctor visit	76

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Warren L. Dinges, MD, PHD.

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	18

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Warren L. Dinges, MD, PHD in 2016

Hypertension	38
High Cholesterol	0
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	38
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Warren L. Dinges, MD, PHD treated as an adult infectious disease specialist in Seattle, WA during 2017 were blood draw.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Warren L. Dinges, MD, PHD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	46
doctor visit	53

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Warren L. Dinges, MD, PHD.

**Age**
From 65 to 74	17
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	16

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Warren L. Dinges, MD, PHD in 2017

Hypertension	36
High Cholesterol	42
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	0
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	0
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Warren L. Dinges, MD, PHD treated as an adult infectious disease specialist in Seattle, WA during 2018 were blood draw.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Warren L. Dinges, MD, PHD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Warren L. Dinges, MD, PHD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	36

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Warren L. Dinges, MD, PHD.

**Gender**
Male	308
Female	343

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	539
Black	16
Hispanic	13
Asian	59
Other	24
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	356
From 75 to 84	203
85 and over	52
Less than 65	40

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Warren L. Dinges, MD, PHD in 2021

Hypertension	22
High Cholesterol	19
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	11
Depression	10
Chronic Kidney Disease	9
Asthma	2
Osteoperosis	5
Atrial Fibrilation	3
Heart Failure	4
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	2
Diabetes	9
Dementia	3
Cancer	5

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Warren L. Dinges, MD, PHD treated as an adult infectious disease specialist in Seattle, WA during 2022 were preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Warren L. Dinges, MD, PHD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	139
preventive care	16
vaccines	16

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Warren L. Dinges, MD, PHD.

**Gender**
Male	93
Female	41

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	120
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	78
From 75 to 84	38
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Warren L. Dinges, MD, PHD in 2022

Hypertension	45
High Cholesterol	61
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	10
Depression	12
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	16
Dementia	0
Cancer	8

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Warren L. Dinges, MD, PHD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Warren L. Dinges, MD, PHD treated as an adult infectious disease specialist in Seattle, WA were hospital care, inpatient care, lab tests and blood draw.

blood draw	77
doctor visit	150
hospital care	600
inpatient care	600
lab tests	279
preventive care	15
vaccines	15

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Warren L. Dinges, MD, PHD.

**Gender**
Male	80
Female	69

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	7
Asian / Pacific Islander	9
Non-Hispanic White	119
Hispanic	1
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	2

**Age**
75 to 84	40
85 and over	12
Less than 65	31
65 to 74	65

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Warren L. Dinges, MD, PHD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Warren L. Dinges, MD, PHD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and depression.

Hypertension	37
High Cholesterol	29
Stroke	1
Ischemic Heart Disease	14
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	18
Asthma	3
Osteoporosis	3
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	14
Atrial Fibrillation	8
Cancer	4
Dementia	3

Education & Training

Dr. Warren L. Dinges, MD, PHD graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in 2003. He completed residency at University of TexasHealth SciencesDal. He is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine, Infectious Disease American Board of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine and has a state license in Washington.

Medical School: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School (2003)

Residency: University of TexasHealth SciencesDal (2005)

Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine, Infectious Disease American Board of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine

Licensed In: Washington

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Warren L. Dinges, MD, PHD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Swedish Medical Center

Providence

Swedish Edmonds Campus

Swedish Issaquah Campus

Swedish Cherry Hill Campus

Swedish First Hill Campus

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Warren L. Dinges, MD, PHD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Humana PPO, Aetna PPO, CIGNA PPO, Wellcare Medicare (HMO), Medicare Advantage, Humana Medicare Advantage, Interplan PPO, TriWest, United Healthcare, TRICARE, Medicaid, Humana, Cigna, United Healthcare Medicaid, OptumHealth Behavioral Solutions (United Behavioral Health), United Healthcare PPO, Providence, Humana HMO, First Health, Kaiser Permanente, Aetna Medicare PPO, Carelon PPO, Ambetter Cascade Care, Premera, Evernorth PPO, Ambetter, Seven Corners, First Choice PPO and Regence BlueShield of Washington PPO.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Warren L. Dinges, MD, PHD accepts the following insurance providers:

Humana PPO

Aetna PPO

CIGNA PPO

Wellcare Medicare (HMO)

Medicare Advantage

Humana Medicare Advantage

Interplan PPO

TriWest

United Healthcare

TRICARE

Medicaid

Humana

Cigna

United Healthcare Medicaid

OptumHealth Behavioral Solutions (United Behavioral Health)

United Healthcare PPO

Providence

Humana HMO

First Health

Kaiser Permanente

Aetna Medicare PPO

Carelon PPO

Ambetter Cascade Care

Premera

Evernorth PPO

Ambetter

Seven Corners

First Choice PPO

Regence BlueShield of Washington PPO

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Dr. Warren L. Dinges, MD, PHD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Warren L. Dinges, MD, PHD from all over the web to help you find the right in Seattle, WA.

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Overall Rating: 5.0 2022-12-15

Well run office, after my initial office visit left impressed

General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Warren L. Dinges, MD, PHD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Gilead Sciences Inc	$217,088 Genvoya $62,947	Descovy $20,641	Odefsey $6,605	Truvada $5,713	Harvoni $3,134	Other $118,049
Gilead Sciences, Inc.	$112,240 Biktarvy $32,410	Descovy $30,458	Truvada $332	Epclusa $330	$48,709
ViiV Healthcare Company	$7,813 DOVATO $789	TRIUMEQ $420	JULUCA $343	APRETUDE $295	TIVICAY $122	Other $5,844
Theratechnologies Inc.	$888 TROGARZO $875	Egrifta $12
Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated	$362 $362
Other	$929 PREZCOBIX $264	DELSTRIGO $161	Viekira $144	Serostim $54	NON-PRODUCT $37	Other $270

**Types of Payments**
Compensation for services other than consulting, including serving as faculty or as a speaker at a venue other than a continuing education program	$241,522
Travel and Lodging	$58,194
Food and Beverage	$21,432
Consulting Fee	$14,312
Honoraria	$3,800
Other	$61

Research Payments

Dr. Warren L. Dinges, MD, PHD has received 46 research payments totaling $313,808.

Biography

Dr. Warren Dinges is an adult infectious disease specialist. His areas of expertise include lice, mononucleosis (mono), and mycoplasma infection. Dr. Dinges takes HealthSmart, Coventry, and CIGNA Plans, in addition to other insurance carriers. He attended medical school at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School. He is affiliated with Swedish Edmonds Campus, Providence, and Swedish Cherry Hill Campus. Dr. Dinges has an open panel in Seattle, WA according to Doctor.com.