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37 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Varela, Specialist in Ruidoso, NM?
Dr. Alfred Varela, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Ruidoso, NM with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Varela completed his residency at Grant Hosp Of Chicago, Internal Medicine. Dr. Varela is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Varela’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Varela’s office at (505) 589-5005.
Where did Dr. Varela go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Grant Hosp Of Chicago, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University Auto De Ciudad Juarez, Esc De Med, Ciudad Juarez, Chihuahua | Autonomous University of Ciudad Juarez
What languages does Dr. Varela speak?
Dr. Varela and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Varela treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Varela 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. Varela. 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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Does Dr. Varela accept my insurance?
Dr. Varela accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 589-5005 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Varela accept in Ruidoso, NM?
Dr. Varela in Ruidoso, 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
Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)
California Foundation for Medical Care
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
State of New Mexico
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Varela's office located?
What is Dr. Varela's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Varela's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699766816.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Varela?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Varela
What is Dr. Alfred Varela's specialty?
Dr. Varela is a Specialist near Ruidoso, NM. Contact Dr. Varela to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alfred Varela affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Varela is affiliated with Lincoln County Medical Center, Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, NM, Presbyterian Espanola Hospital, Lubbock Heart & Surgical Hospital, Memorial Medical Center - Las Cruces, NM, CHRISTUS St. Vincent Regional 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
Where can I learn more about Specialist?
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Is Alfred Varela accepting new patients in Ruidoso, NM?
Yes, Dr. Alfred Varela is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alfred Varela offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Varela's office at (505) 589-5005 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alfred Varela?
Please contact Dr. Varela's office at (505) 589-5005 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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