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35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
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Who is Dr. Vaca, Critical Care Internist in Miami, FL?
Dr. Carlos Vaca, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Miami, FL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Vaca graduated from Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas and completed his residency at Lincoln Med Mntl Hlth Ctr, Critical Care Medicine-Internal Medicine; Lincoln Med Mntl Hlth Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Vaca is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vaca’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vaca’s office at (305) 229-0551.
Where did Dr. Vaca go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Lincoln Med Mntl Hlth Ctr, Critical Care Medicine-Internal Medicine; Lincoln Med Mntl Hlth Ctr, Internal Medicine | Lincoln Med Mntl Health Center | Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center Program
Medical School: University of Conakry / Faculty of Medicine | Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas
What languages does Dr. Vaca speak?
Dr. Vaca and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Vaca treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Vaca 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. Vaca. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
- Lung failure
- Breathing failure
- Respiratory insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Asthma Flare-Up
- Asthma
- Asthma Attack
- Acute Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Asthma
- Asthma Episode
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Enthesopathy
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Joint Disorder
- Tendon Attachment Disorder
- Ligament Inflammation
- Enthesitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M779: Enthesopathy, unspecified
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
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Joint Degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Allergy
- Nasal allergies
- Allergy rhinitis
- Chronic runny nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome
- Arrhythmia
- POTS
- Orthostatic intolerance
- Postural tachycardia syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- G90A: Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome [POTS]
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Which procedures does Dr. Vaca perform as a Critical Care Internist?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Carlos Vaca 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. Vaca's office.
Does Dr. Vaca accept my insurance?
Dr. Vaca accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 229-0551 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vaca accept in Miami, FL?
Dr. Vaca in Miami, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Health Plans
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Vaca's office located?
Dr. Carlos Vaca also offers virtual visits
Dr. Carlos Vaca's Primary Practice
8260 W Flagler St Ste 2H
Miami, FL 33144
(305) 229-0551
What is Dr. Vaca's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vaca's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154437028.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vaca?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vaca
What is Dr. Carlos Vaca's specialty?
Dr. Vaca is a Critical Care Internist near Miami, FL. 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. Vaca to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Carlos Vaca affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Vaca is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Coral Gables Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Critical Care Internist?
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Is Carlos Vaca accepting new patients in Miami, FL?
Yes, Dr. Carlos Vaca is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Carlos Vaca offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vaca's office at (305) 229-0551 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Carlos Vaca?
Please contact Dr. Vaca's office at (305) 229-0551 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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