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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Estrada Velez, Internist in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Carlos Estrada Velez, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Estrada Velez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Estrada Velez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Estrada Velez’s office at (570) 271-6211.
What languages does Dr. Estrada Velez speak?
Dr. Estrada Velez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Estrada Velez typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Estrada Velez diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Estrada Velez. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Estrada Velez typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Carlos Estrada Velez may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Estrada Velez's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Estrada Velez accept my insurance?
Dr. Estrada Velez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 271-6211 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Estrada Velez accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Estrada Velez in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Medicare
Oscar Health
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Estrada Velez's office located?
Dr. Carlos Estrada Velez's Primary Practice
4458 Medical Dr Ste 505
San Antonio, TX 78229
(570) 271-6211
What is Dr. Estrada Velez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Estrada Velez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205009099.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Estrada Velez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Estrada Velez
What is Dr. Carlos Estrada Velez's specialty?
Dr. Estrada Velez is a Internist near San Antonio, TX.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Carlos Estrada Velez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Estrada Velez is affiliated with Methodist Hospital - San Antonio, St. David's South Austin Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Carlos Estrada Velez accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Carlos Estrada Velez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Carlos Estrada Velez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Estrada Velez's office at (570) 271-6211 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Carlos Estrada Velez?
Please contact Dr. Estrada Velez's office at (570) 271-6211 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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