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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vilchez-Diaz, Critical Care Internist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Manuel Vilchez-Diaz, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Vilchez-Diaz is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vilchez-Diaz’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vilchez-Diaz’s office at (713) 441-1100.
Is Dr. Vilchez-Diaz board certified in Critical Care Internist?
Yes, Dr. Manuel Vilchez-Diaz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Vilchez-Diaz speak?
Dr. Vilchez-Diaz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Vilchez-Diaz treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Vilchez-Diaz 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. Vilchez-Diaz. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Acute on Chronic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Worsening chronic heart failure
- Acute decompensated heart failure
- Sudden worsening heart failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5043: Acute on chronic combined systolic (congestive) and diastolic (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:
- Sudden Cardiac Arrest
- Heart stops beating
- Cardiopulmonary arrest
ICD-10 Codes:
- I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Breathing Problems After Surgery
- Respiratory issues after operation
- Lung problems post-procedure
- Postoperative breathing disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9589: Other postprocedural complications and disorders of respiratory system, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- CABG
- Heart Bypass Graft
- Bypass Surgery Graft
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z951: Presence of aortocoronary bypass graft
Also known as:
- Cardiogenic Shock
- Shock
- Heart-related shock
- Cardiac shock
- Circulatory collapse from heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R570: Cardiogenic shock
Which procedures does Dr. Vilchez-Diaz perform as a Critical Care Internist?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Manuel Vilchez-Diaz may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Vilchez-Diaz's office.
Does Dr. Vilchez-Diaz accept my insurance?
Dr. Vilchez-Diaz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 441-1100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vilchez-Diaz accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Vilchez-Diaz in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
KelseyCare Advantage
Medicare
Molina
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Vilchez-Diaz's office located?
Dr. Manuel Vilchez-Diaz's Primary Practice
921 Gessner Rd
Houston, TX 77024
(713) 441-1100
What is Dr. Vilchez-Diaz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vilchez-Diaz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164684908.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vilchez-Diaz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vilchez-Diaz
What is Dr. Manuel Vilchez-Diaz's specialty?
Dr. Vilchez-Diaz is a Critical Care Internist near Houston, TX. An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Vilchez-Diaz to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Manuel Vilchez-Diaz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vilchez-Diaz is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Critical Care Internist?
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Is Manuel Vilchez-Diaz accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Manuel Vilchez-Diaz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Manuel Vilchez-Diaz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vilchez-Diaz's office at (713) 441-1100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Manuel Vilchez-Diaz?
Please contact Dr. Vilchez-Diaz's office at (713) 441-1100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Manuel Vilchez-Diaz have?
Dr. Manuel Vilchez-Diaz is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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