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Who is Dr. Cura, Internist in Tampa, FL?
Dr. Jose Cura, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Tampa, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Cura completed his residency at St Vincents Med Ctr. Dr. Cura is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cura’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cura’s office at (813) 878-2970.
Where did Dr. Cura go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Vincents Med Ctr
Medical School: Central University of Este (Uce) / School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Cura speak?
Dr. Cura and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Cura treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Cura 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. Cura. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Vital Signs
- Normal BP reading
- Blood pressure screening, all clear
- Healthy blood pressure check
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute on Chronic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Worsening chronic heart failure
- Acute decompensated heart failure
- Sudden worsening heart failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5043: Acute on chronic combined systolic (congestive) and diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dilated Cardiomyopathy
- Cardiomyopathy
- Familial dilated cardiomyopathy
- X-linked dilated cardiomyopathy
- Enlarged heart muscle
- DCM
- Heart Muscle Disease
- Enlarged Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I420: Dilated cardiomyopathy
- I429: Cardiomyopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Which procedures does Dr. Cura perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Jose Cura 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Cura's office.
Does Dr. Cura accept my insurance?
Dr. Cura accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (813) 878-2970 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cura accept in Tampa, FL?
Dr. Cura in Tampa, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Freedom Health
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
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Where is Dr. Cura's office located?
Dr. Jose Cura's Primary Practice
3001 W Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Fl 1
Tampa, FL 33607
(813) 878-2970
What is Dr. Cura's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cura's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629059167.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cura?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cura
What is Dr. Jose Cura's specialty?
Dr. Cura is a Internist near Tampa, FL.
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.
Contact Dr. Cura to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Jose Cura affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Cura is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: St. Joseph's Hospital - Tampa. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Jose Cura accepting new patients in Tampa, FL?
Yes, Dr. Jose Cura is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jose Cura offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cura's office at (813) 878-2970 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jose Cura?
Please contact Dr. Cura's office at (813) 878-2970 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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