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14 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Velazquez, Infectious Disease Specialist in Altamonte Springs, FL?
Dr. Alexander Velazquez, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Altamonte Springs, FL. He has been practicing for over 14 years. Dr. Velazquez graduated from Ross University School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Orlando Health Program. Dr. Velazquez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Velazquez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Velazquez’s office at (407) 830-5577.
Where did Dr. Velazquez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Orlando Health Program
Medical School: Ross University School Of Medicine, Roseau, Commonwealth Of Dominica, West Indies | Ross University School Of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Velazquez speak?
Dr. Velazquez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Velazquez typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Velazquez 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. Velazquez. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, 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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- High White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- Leukocytosis
- Elevated leukocyte count
- High WBC count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, 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:
- Local Skin Infection
- Skin Infection
- Skin bacterial infection
- Subcutaneous tissue infection
- Localized skin infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L089: Local infection of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Velazquez typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Alexander Velazquez may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. Velazquez's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Velazquez accept my insurance?
Dr. Velazquez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (407) 830-5577 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Velazquez accept in Altamonte Springs, FL?
Dr. Velazquez in Altamonte Springs, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Velazquez's office located?
Dr. Alexander Velazquez's Primary Practice
685 Palm Springs Dr Ste 2A
Altamonte Springs, FL 32701
(407) 830-5577
What is Dr. Velazquez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Velazquez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912153057.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Velazquez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Velazquez
What is Dr. Alexander Velazquez's specialty?
Dr. Velazquez is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Altamonte Springs, FL.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Alexander Velazquez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Velazquez is affiliated with Oviedo 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
When to see an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Alexander Velazquez accepting new patients in Altamonte Springs, FL?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Velazquez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexander Velazquez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Velazquez's office at (407) 830-5577 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexander Velazquez?
Please contact Dr. Velazquez's office at (407) 830-5577 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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