RS
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Santos, Hospitalist in Stamford, CT?
Dr. Rolando Santos, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Stamford, CT. Dr. Santos graduated from Far Eastern University Institute of Medicine. Dr. Santos is fluent in English and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Santos’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Santos’s office at (203) 276-1000.
Where did Dr. Santos go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Far Eastern University Institute of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Santos speak?
Dr. Santos and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tagalog
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Santos typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Santos 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. Santos. 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Santos typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Rolando Santos may include:
Please contact Dr. Santos' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Santos accept my insurance?
Dr. Santos accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 276-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Santos accept in Stamford, CT?
Dr. Santos in Stamford, CT 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 Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Medicare
State of Connecticut
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Santos' office located?
What is Dr. Santos's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Santos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760689061.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Santos?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Santos
What is Dr. Rolando Santos's specialty?
Dr. Santos is a Hospitalist near Stamford, CT.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Rolando Santos affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Santos is affiliated with Stamford Health, Nyu Langone Health - Tisch 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 a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospitalist. 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 Rolando Santos accepting new patients in Stamford, CT?
Yes, Dr. Rolando Santos is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rolando Santos offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Santos's office at (203) 276-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rolando Santos?
Please contact Dr. Santos's office at (203) 276-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Other Hospitalist Near Stamford, CT
Internist
Accepting patientsDr. Kakra Gyambibi, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Stamford, CT with 1 additional practice location.
Stamford, CT
RM
Hospitalist
Accepting patientsDr. Rajiv Mallipudi, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Bridgeport, CT with 2 additional practice locations.
Bridgeport, CT
Internist
Accepting patientsDr. Chinyelu Oraedu, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Stamford, CT with 2 additional practice locations.
Stamford, CT