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Dr. Rene Vela, MD

Dr. Rene Vela, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Alamo, TX

27 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Vela, Family Medicine Specialist in Alamo, TX?

    Dr. Rene Vela, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Alamo, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Vela completed his residency at Mc Allen Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Vela is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vela’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vela’s office at (956) 781-5590.

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

    • Residency: Mc Allen Med Ctr, Family Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Tx Med Sch At San Antonio, San Antonio Tx

    Is Dr. Vela board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Rene Vela, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Vela speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Vela typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Vela 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. Vela. 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:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Vela typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Rene Vela may include:

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

    Does Dr. Vela accept my insurance?

    Dr. Vela accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (956) 781-5590 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Vela accept in Alamo, TX?

    Dr. Vela in Alamo, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Texas

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Vela's office located?

    Dr. Rene Vela's Primary Practice

    427 E Duranta Ave Ste 103

    Alamo, TX 78516

    (956) 781-5590

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    Dr. Rene Vela's Practice 2

    401 S Alamo Rd

    Alamo, TX 78516

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

    Dr. Vela's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346353414.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vela?

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

    What is Dr. Rene Vela's specialty?

    Dr. Vela is a Family Medicine Specialist near Alamo, TX.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Rene Vela affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Vela is affiliated with Dhr Health, Baptist Medical Center - San Antonio, Rio Grande Regional 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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. Rene Vela accepting new patients in Alamo, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Rene Vela is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rene Vela offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Vela's office at (956) 781-5590 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Rene Vela?

    Please contact Dr. Vela's office at (956) 781-5590 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Vela's office located?

    Dr. Vela's office is located in Alamo, TX.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Rene Vela have?

    Dr. Rene Vela is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.