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Dr. Milton Retamozo, MD

Palm Springs, CA

19 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Retamozo, Surgeon in Palm Springs, CA?

    Dr. Milton Retamozo, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Palm Springs, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Retamozo graduated from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine and completed his residency at Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery Tx Tech Univ Hlth Sci Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Retamozo is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Retamozo’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Retamozo’s office at (909) 580-1680.

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

    • Residency: Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery Tx Tech Univ Hlth Sci Ctr, General Surgery

    • Medical School: Tx Tech Univ Hlth Sci Ctr Sch of Med, Lubbock Tx | Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Retamozo board certified in Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Milton Retamozo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Retamozo speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Retamozo treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Retamozo 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. Retamozo. 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:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure
    • Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
    • Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease

    Also known as:

    • Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallstones with Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallstones with Acute and Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Gallstones
    • Sudden Gallbladder Attack
    • Acute Cholecystitis
    • Sudden Gallbladder Infection
    • Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Long-term gallbladder inflammation
    • Acute cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Gallbladder attack with stones
    • Mixed cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Acute and chronic gallbladder attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K810: Acute cholecystitis
    • K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
    • K8000: Calculus of gallbladder with acute cholecystitis without obstruction
    • K8012: Calculus of gallbladder with acute and chronic cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
    • S098XXA: Other specified injuries of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Bowel Obstruction
    • Blocked Intestines
    • Gut Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Other problems with blood vessel devices
    • Vascular device complications
    • Blood vessel implant issues
    • Prosthetic vascular device problems
    • Vascular graft complications

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T82898A: Other specified complication of vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Broken Ribs
    • Chest Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Multiple Rib Fractures
    • Rib Cage Fracture
    • Broken Ribs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S2242XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, initial encounter for closed fracture
    • S2241XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, right side, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Appendicitis
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Displaced Arteriovenous Fistula
    • AV Fistula Moved
    • Arteriovenous Fistula Malposition
    • Dialysis Fistula Shifted

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T82520A: Displacement of surgically created arteriovenous fistula, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones
    • Cholelithiasis
    • Gallbladder stones
    • Biliary calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Traumatic Brain Injury with Unspecified Loss of Consciousness
    • Traumatic Brain Injury
    • Head Injury with Undetermined Fainting
    • Brain Trauma with Unclear LOC
    • Unspecified Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S069X9A: Unspecified intracranial injury with loss of consciousness of unspecified duration, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Bile Duct Stones
    • Gallstones
    • Choledocholithiasis
    • Biliary duct calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8050: Calculus of bile duct without cholangitis or cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Failure and End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome with Heart Failure
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I132: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and with stage 5 chronic kidney disease, or end stage renal disease

    Which procedures does Dr. Retamozo perform as a Surgeon?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Milton Retamozo may include:

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

    Does Dr. Retamozo accept my insurance?

    Dr. Retamozo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (909) 580-1680 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Retamozo accept in Palm Springs, CA?

    Dr. Retamozo in Palm Springs, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Commercial

    • All Other Third Party

    • AlphaCare

    • Inland Empire

    • Inland Faculty Medical Group, Inc

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Scan Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Retamozo's office located?

    Dr. Milton Retamozo's Primary Practice

    1150 N Indian Canyon Dr

    Palm Springs, CA 92262

    (909) 580-1680

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    Dr. Milton Retamozo's Practice 2

    400 N Pepper Ave

    Colton, CA 92324

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    Dr. Milton Retamozo's Practice 3

    1600 Esplanade Ste C

    Chico, CA 95926

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

    Dr. Retamozo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174630016.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Retamozo?

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

    What is Dr. Milton Retamozo's specialty?

    Dr. Retamozo is a Surgeon near Palm Springs, CA. 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. Retamozo to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Milton Retamozo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Retamozo is affiliated with Arrowhead Regional Medical Center, Jfk Memorial Hospital, St. Mary's Medical Center - West Palm Beach, Fl 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

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    Is Milton Retamozo accepting new patients in Palm Springs, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Milton Retamozo is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Milton Retamozo offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Retamozo's office at (909) 580-1680 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Milton Retamozo?

    Please contact Dr. Retamozo's office at (909) 580-1680 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Milton Retamozo have?

    Dr. Milton Retamozo is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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