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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Velasquez Escobar, Urologist in Rio Rancho, NM?
Dr. Maria Velasquez Escobar, MD is an Urologist, who primarily practices in Rio Rancho, NM with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Velasquez Escobar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Velasquez Escobar’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Velasquez Escobar’s office at (505) 563-6565.
What languages does Dr. Velasquez Escobar speak?
Dr. Velasquez Escobar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Velasquez Escobar treat?
As an Urologist, Dr. Velasquez Escobar 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. Velasquez Escobar. 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.
Also known as:
- Kidney and Ureter Stones
- Kidney Stones
- Ureter Stone
- Kidney Swelling from Kidney Stones
- Ureteral Disorder
- Kidney Disease
- Renal and Ureteral Calculi
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
- Ureteral Calculus
- Hydronephrosis due to Stones
- Kidney Stone Obstruction
- Ureteral Stone Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- N202: Calculus of kidney with calculus of ureter
- N200: Calculus of kidney
- N201: Calculus of ureter
- N132: Hydronephrosis with renal and ureteral calculous obstruction
Also known as:
- Enlarged Prostate with Urinary Symptoms
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
- Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
- BPH with LUTS
- Prostate enlargement with urinary issues
- Benign prostatic hyperplasia with urinary symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- N401: Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms
Also known as:
- Enlarged Prostate
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
- Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
- Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
- BPH
- Prostate Enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- N400: Benign prostatic hyperplasia without lower urinary tract symptoms
Also known as:
- Visible Blood in Urine
- Blood in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
- Gross hematuria
- Macroscopic hematuria
- Bloody pee
- Hematuria
- Bloody urine
- Red urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R310: Gross hematuria
- R319: Hematuria, unspecified
Also known as:
- Elevated PSA Level
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Prostate Disease
- Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Test
- Prostate Problems
- High Prostate Specific Antigen
- Abnormal PSA Test
- Increased PSA
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9720: Elevated prostate specific antigen [PSA]
Also known as:
- Urinary Retention
- Urine and Urination
- Inability to urinate', 'Bladder retention', 'Can't pee
- Trouble emptying bladder
ICD-10 Codes:
- R339: Retention of urine, unspecified
- R338: Other retention of urine
Also known as:
- Bladder Cancer
- Urinary Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C679: Malignant neoplasm of bladder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Frequent Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Urinary frequency
- Peeing often
- Frequent need to urinate
ICD-10 Codes:
- R350: Frequency of micturition
Also known as:
- Swollen Kidney
- Kidney Disease
- Hydronephrosis
- Kidney Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1330: Unspecified hydronephrosis
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
What procedures does Dr. Velasquez Escobar perform?
As an Urologist, Dr. Velasquez Escobar performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Velasquez Escobar. 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.
Also known as:
- Kidney Stone Removal with Scope and Stent
- Ureteroscopy with lithotripsy
- Bladder scope for stones
- Kidney stone breaking with stent
- Ureteral stent placement for stones
CPT Codes:
- 52356: Cystourethroscopy, with ureteroscopy and/or pyeloscopy; with lithotripsy including insertion of indwelling ureteral stent (eg, Gibbons or double-J type)
Also known as:
- Bladder and Urethra X-ray Injection
- Retrograde Urethrocystography Injection
- Urethra and Bladder Contrast Study
- Cystourethrogram Injection
CPT Codes:
- 51610: Injection procedure for retrograde urethrocystography
Also known as:
- Bladder and Urethra Scope
- Cystoscopy
- Urethroscopy
- Bladder scope procedure
CPT Codes:
- 52000: Cystourethroscopy (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Ureteral Stent Placement (via Cystoscopy)
- Cystoscopy with ureteral stent
- Double-J stent insertion
- Gibbons stent placement
- Kidney stent placement
CPT Codes:
- 52332: Cystourethroscopy, with insertion of indwelling ureteral stent (eg, Gibbons or double-J type)
Does Dr. Velasquez Escobar accept my insurance?
Dr. Velasquez Escobar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 563-6565 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Velasquez Escobar accept in Rio Rancho, NM?
Dr. Velasquez Escobar in Rio Rancho, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Department of Defense / Tricare
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
OptumRx
Presbyterian Health Plan
State of New Mexico
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Velasquez Escobar's office located?
Dr. Maria Velasquez Escobar's Primary Practice
2400 Unser Blvd SE Ste 18200
Rio Rancho, NM 87124
(505) 563-6565
What is Dr. Velasquez Escobar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Velasquez Escobar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023513439.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Velasquez Escobar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Velasquez Escobar
What is Dr. Maria Velasquez Escobar's specialty?
Dr. Velasquez Escobar is a Urologist near Rio Rancho, NM. A urologist is a healthcare professional with specialization in managing both benign and malignant medical and surgical disorders of the genitourinary system and adrenal glands. They possess extensive knowledge and skills in endoscopic, percutaneous, and open surgical techniques for addressing congenital and acquired conditions of the urinary and reproductive systems, as well as their associated structures. Contact Dr. Velasquez Escobar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Maria Velasquez Escobar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Velasquez Escobar is affiliated with Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, NM, Presbyterian Santa Fe Medical Center, Lovelace Women's Hospital, Presbyterian Espanola 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
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Is Maria Velasquez Escobar accepting new patients in Rio Rancho, NM?
Yes, Dr. Maria Velasquez Escobar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Maria Velasquez Escobar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Velasquez Escobar's office at (505) 563-6565 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Maria Velasquez Escobar?
Please contact Dr. Velasquez Escobar's office at (505) 563-6565 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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