University of South Florida

University of South Florida is a medical facility located in Tampa, Florida. This center is recognized for care of Parkinson's Disease, Multiple Sclerosis, HIV Infection, Human Immunodeficiency Virus Infection, Alzheimer's Disease and other specialties. University of South Florida is involved with conducting 633 clinical trials across 811 conditions. There are 63 research doctors associated with this hospital, such as Juan F. Rico, Maxim Mokin, PhD, Murray Shames, MD, and David Smith, MD.

**Directions to University of South Florida Hospital, Tampa, FL:** - From I-275, take exit 51 (SR 582, Fowler Ave) and head east on Fowler Ave for approximately 3 miles. The main entrance to the university will be on your left. - For the USF Health Morsani Center for Advanced Healthcare, visit 13330 USF Laurel Drive, Tampa, FL 33612.

**University of South Florida (USF) Hospital Contact Information** **Financial Assistance:** - **Address:** USF Health Financial Aid Office, The WELL 12901 Bruce B. Downs Blvd. Tampa, FL 33612-4799 - **Phone:** (813) 821-8038 - **Email:** Secure online email system **Insurance:** - **Phone:** (813) 821-8038 - **Email:** Secure online email system **Billing:** - **Phone:** (813) 821-8004 - **Address:** UMSA (University Medical Services Association) P.O. Box 917689 Orlando, FL 32891-7689

The University of South Florida (USF) accepts a variety of health insurance plans for medical services, including those offered by the State of Florida and private insurance companies. Accepted insurance plans include: - **State of Florida Health Insurance Plans**: Health, dental, vision, cancer and intensive care coverage, supplemental hospital insurance, accident/disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts through People First. - **Academic HealthPlans (AHP)**: The USF Student Health Insurance Plan, administered by AHP and provided by Aetna, is available to eligible Graduate Assistants/Associates, with premiums potentially covered by the university. - **Private Insurance Companies**: Aetna, AvMed, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Humana, Medicaid, Multiplan, Tricare, United Healthcare, and Vista Healthplan. Patients are advised to confirm their plan’s acceptance when making an appointment and are responsible for any non-covered costs.

The University of South Florida (USF) in Tampa, Florida, is a "Preeminent State Research University" and a "Doctoral University with 'Very High Research Activity'" as recognized by the Carnegie Foundation. In fiscal year 2023, USF received $692 million in research contracts and grants. The institution also supports its residents and fellows through the Graduate Medical Education Research Grant Program, allocating up to $50,000 for approved research and quality improvement projects.