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Who is Dr. Villamizar, Thoracic Surgeon in Miami, FL?
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What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Villamizar?
Dr. Nestor Villamizar, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Thoracic Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Villamizar empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Chest Wall Tumors, Esophageal Cancer, Mediastinal Tumors, Mesothelioma, Pectus Excavatum, Robotic Surgery, Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Miami, FL community, Dr. Villamizar is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Villamizar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Brigham & Women's Hospital
Residency: Duke University Medical Center
Medical School: Pontificia Universidad Javeriana Facultad de Medicina
What languages does Dr. Villamizar speak?
Dr. Villamizar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- French
- Spanish
What conditions does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Villamizar typically treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Villamizar 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. Villamizar. 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:
- Lung Cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Left lower lobe lung cancer
- Left Lung Cancer
- Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
- C3432: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, left bronchus or lung
- C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Personal History of Other Lung and Bronchus Cancer
- Bronchial Disorder
- Cancer
- Lung Cancer
- Past lung cancer
- Previous bronchial malignancy
- History of lung tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z85118: Personal history of other malignant neoplasm of bronchus and lung
Also known as:
- Diaphragmatic Hernia
- Hernia
- Hiatal Hernia
- Hernia of the Diaphragm
ICD-10 Codes:
- K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
What procedures does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Villamizar typically perform?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Nestor Villamizar may include:
- Aortic Stent Grafts
- Arteriovenous Graft Placement
- Atherectomy
- Carotid Surgery
- Endovascular Aneurysm Repair (EVAR)
- Endovenous Laser Treatment of Varicose Veins
- Limb Salvage Surgery
- Mediastinal Adenopathy Surgery
Please contact Dr. Villamizar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Villamizar accept my insurance?
Dr. Villamizar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 243-2363 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Villamizar accept in Miami, FL?
Dr. Villamizar in Miami, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Where is Dr. Villamizar's office located?
3b Jackson Memorial Hospital Acc West
1400 NW 12th Ave Bldg 4TH Fl 4
Miami, FL 33136
(305) 243-2363
What hospitals are Dr. Villamizar affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Villamizar has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Villamizar's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Villamizar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013174101.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Villamizar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Villamizar