Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Maldonado, Infectious Disease Specialist in Opelika, AL?
Dr. Ricardo Maldonado, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Opelika, AL. He is board certified. Dr. Maldonado completed his residency at Morristown Memorial Hospital. Dr. Maldonado is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Maldonado’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Maldonado’s office at (334) 528-6931.
Where did Dr. Maldonado go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University
Residency: Morristown Memorial Hospital
Medical School: Universidad Nacional Mayor De San Marcos
Is Dr. Maldonado board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Ricardo Maldonado, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Maldonado speak?
Dr. Maldonado and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Maldonado typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Maldonado 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. Maldonado. 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:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
Also known as:
- Vascular Access Device Management
- Vascular Access Care
- Port Management
- Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, 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
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Maldonado typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Ricardo Maldonado 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. Maldonado's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Maldonado accept my insurance?
Dr. Maldonado accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (334) 528-6931 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Maldonado accept in Opelika, AL?
Dr. Maldonado in Opelika, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Maldonado's office located?
Dr. Ricardo Maldonado's Primary Practice
2000 Pepperell Pkwy
Opelika, AL 36801
(334) 528-6931
What is Dr. Maldonado's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Maldonado's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285664920.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Maldonado?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Maldonado
What is Dr. Ricardo Maldonado's specialty?
Dr. Maldonado is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Opelika, AL.
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. Ricardo Maldonado affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Maldonado is affiliated with East Alabama Medical Center, Jack Hughston Memorial Hospital 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 an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ricardo Maldonado accepting new patients in Opelika, AL?
Yes, Dr. Ricardo Maldonado is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ricardo Maldonado offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Maldonado's office at (334) 528-6931 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ricardo Maldonado?
Please contact Dr. Maldonado's office at (334) 528-6931 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ricardo Maldonado have?
Dr. Ricardo Maldonado is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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