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Dr. Karel Fuentes, MD

Dr. Karel Fuentes, MD

Critical Care Internist

Miami, FL

19 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fuentes, Critical Care Internist in Miami, FL?

    Dr. Karel Fuentes, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Miami, FL. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Fuentes completed his residency at NEUROLOGY, NEW JERSEY NEUROSCIENCE INSTITUTE JFK HOSPITAL, EDISON, NJ. He is a member of the DIRECTOR OF BHM NEUROSCIENCE CRITICAL CARE COMMITTEE, AMERICAN ACADEMY OF NEUROLOGY, AMERICAN STROKE ASSOCIATION, NEURO-CRITICAL CARE SOCIETY, and SOCIETY OF CRITICAL CARE MEDICINE. Dr. Fuentes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fuentes’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fuentes’s office at (305) 661-9404.

    Where did Dr. Fuentes go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: NEUROLOGY, NEURO-CRITICAL CARE, CLEVELAND CLINIC, CLEVELAND, OH

    • Residency: NEUROLOGY, NEW JERSEY NEUROSCIENCE INSTITUTE JFK HOSPITAL, EDISON, NJ

    • Medical School: Escuela Autonoma De Ciencias Medicias

    Is Dr. Fuentes board certified as a Critical Care Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Karel Fuentes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology , American Board of Urology

    What languages does Dr. Fuentes speak?

    Dr. Fuentes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Fuentes typically treat?

    As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Fuentes 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. Fuentes. 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
    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure
    • Acute breathing failure
    • Rapid onset respiratory failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Fuentes typically perform?

    As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Karel Fuentes may include:

    Please contact Dr. Fuentes' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Fuentes accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fuentes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 661-9404 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fuentes accept in Miami, FL?

    Dr. Fuentes in Miami, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Doctors Healthcare Plans

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • MVP Health Care

    • Sentara Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Fuentes' office located?

    Dr. Karel Fuentes' Primary Practice

    8900 N Kendall Dr

    Miami, FL 33176

    (305) 661-9404

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    • Member of DIRECTOR OF BHM NEUROSCIENCE CRITICAL CARE COMMITTEE

    • Member of AMERICAN ACADEMY OF NEUROLOGY

    • Member of AMERICAN STROKE ASSOCIATION

    • Member of NEURO-CRITICAL CARE SOCIETY

    • Member of SOCIETY OF CRITICAL CARE MEDICINE

    What is Dr. Fuentes's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Fuentes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487820007.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fuentes?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fuentes

    What is Dr. Karel Fuentes's specialty?

    Dr. Fuentes is a Critical Care Internist near Miami, FL.

    What does a Critical Care Internist do?

    An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.

    Is Dr. Karel Fuentes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fuentes is affiliated with Baptist Hospital Of Miami, Baptist Health South Miami Hospital 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 a Critical Care Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Critical Care Internist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Karel Fuentes accepting new patients in Miami, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Karel Fuentes is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Karel Fuentes offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fuentes' office at (305) 661-9404 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Karel Fuentes?

    Please contact Dr. Fuentes' office at (305) 661-9404 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Fuentes' office located?

    Dr. Fuentes' office is located in Miami, FL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Karel Fuentes have?

    Dr. Karel Fuentes is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and American Board of Urology.