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Dr. Carlos Vaca, MD

Critical Care Internist

Miami, FL

35 Years of Experience

Accepting patients
Telehealth

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    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. 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 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 a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Vaca typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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:

    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication

    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:

    • Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated

    What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Vaca typically perform?

    As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Carlos Vaca may include:

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

    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

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • Sentara Health

    • The Health Plan of West Virginia

    • UnitedHealth Group

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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

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    Dr. Carlos Vaca's Practice 2

    955 NW 3rd St

    Miami, FL 33128

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    What is Dr. Vaca's NPI number?A 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.

    What does a Critical Care Internist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Carlos Vaca affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Vaca is affiliated with Coral Gables Hospital, Baptist Health South Miami Hospital, Memorial Hospital West, Boca Raton Regional Hospital, Hca Florida Mercy Hospital, Baptist Hospital Of Miami 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 Critical Care Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Critical Care Internist. 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. 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 Dr. Carlos Vaca?

    Please contact Dr. Vaca's office at (305) 229-0551 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Vaca's office located?

    Dr. Vaca's office is located in Miami, FL.