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Dr. Salvador Vazquez, MD

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Dr. Salvador Vazquez, MD

Rapid City, SD

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    Who is Dr. Vazquez, Surgeon in Rapid City, SD?

    Dr. Salvador Vazquez, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Rapid City, SD with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Vazquez graduated from Lousiana State University School of Medicine In New Orleans and completed his residency at Louisiana State University School of Medicine, Shreveport, LA. Dr. Vazquez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vazquez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vazquez’s office at (337) 942-7192.

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

    • Residency: Louisiana State University School of Medicine, Shreveport, LA

    • Medical School: Lousiana State University School of Medicine In New Orleans

    Is Dr. Vazquez board certified in Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Salvador Vazquez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery since 2009

    What languages does Dr. Vazquez speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Vazquez treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Vazquez 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. Vazquez. 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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal Polyps
    • Intestinal Polyps
    • Bowel Polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps

    Also known as:

    • Diverticulosis
    • Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
    • Diverticular Disease
    • Intestinal Diverticula
    • Pouches in Intestine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5790: Diverticulosis of intestine, part unspecified, without perforation or abscess without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Family History of Digestive Organ Cancer
    • Cancer
    • Family History
    • Genetic risk for gastrointestinal cancer
    • Family history of GI cancer
    • Hereditary digestive cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z800: Family history of malignant neoplasm of digestive organs

    Also known as:

    • Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Melena
    • Black Stools
    • Upper GI Bleed Signs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K921: Melena

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Venous Insufficiency
    • Vascular Disease
    • CVI
    • Venous Reflux Disease
    • Leg Vein Incompetence
    • Peripheral Venous Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
    • Benign Tumor
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colon Polyps
    • Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
    • Transverse colon adenoma
    • Transverse colon benign tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones
    • Cholelithiasis
    • Gallbladder stones
    • Biliary calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction

    Which procedures does Dr. Vazquez perform as a Surgeon?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Salvador Vazquez may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Vazquez's office.

    Does Dr. Vazquez accept my insurance?

    Dr. Vazquez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 942-7192 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Vazquez accept in Rapid City, SD?

    Dr. Vazquez in Rapid City, SD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Christian Healthcare Ministries

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Sanford Health

    • Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield

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    Where is Dr. Vazquez's office located?

    Dr. Salvador Vazquez's Primary Practice

    353 Fairmont Blvd

    Rapid City, SD 57701

    (337) 942-7192

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    Dr. Salvador Vazquez's Practice 2

    703 E Prudhomme St

    Opelousas, LA 70570

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    Ratings & Reviews

    Rating Star

    5.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 1 reviews

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    Office Experience

    100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    Attentiveness

    100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly

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    Wait Times

    60% of patients were satisfied with the wait time

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    Appointment Booking

    100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment

    Patients give Dr. Salvador Vazquez an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Vazquez has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Vazquez, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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

    Dr. Vazquez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528278819.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vazquez?

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

    What is Dr. Salvador Vazquez's specialty?

    Dr. Vazquez is a Surgeon near Rapid City, SD. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Vazquez to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Salvador Vazquez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Vazquez is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Monument Health Neurology And Rehabilitation. 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 Salvador Vazquez accepting new patients in Rapid City, SD?

    Yes, Dr. Salvador Vazquez is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Salvador Vazquez offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Vazquez's office at (337) 942-7192 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Salvador Vazquez?

    Please contact Dr. Vazquez's office at (337) 942-7192 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Salvador Vazquez have?

    Dr. Salvador Vazquez is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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