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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cabezas, Nephrologist in Jamaica, NY?
Dr. Fausto Cabezas, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Jamaica, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Cabezas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cabezas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cabezas’s office at (718) 270-2848.
What languages does Dr. Cabezas speak?
Dr. Cabezas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Cabezas typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Cabezas 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. Cabezas. 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:
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- High Blood Pressure
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Nephropathy
- Kidney Damage from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes Kidney Complications
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1121: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic nephropathy
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Cabezas typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Fausto Cabezas may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Cabezas' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Cabezas accept my insurance?
Dr. Cabezas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 270-2848 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cabezas accept in Jamaica, NY?
Dr. Cabezas in Jamaica, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elderplan
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation
NYS Hamaspik Association
State of New York
VillageCare of New York
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Where is Dr. Cabezas' office located?
Dr. Fausto Cabezas' Primary Practice
8900 Van Wyck Expy Ste 2
Jamaica, NY 11418
(718) 270-2848
What is Dr. Cabezas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cabezas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366094088.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cabezas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cabezas
What is Dr. Fausto Cabezas's specialty?
Dr. Cabezas is a Nephrologist near Jamaica, NY.
What does a Nephrologist do?
An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation.
Is this Dr. Fausto Cabezas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cabezas is affiliated with Jamaica Hospital Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Fausto Cabezas accepting new patients in Jamaica, NY?
Yes, Dr. Fausto Cabezas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Fausto Cabezas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cabezas's office at (718) 270-2848 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Fausto Cabezas?
Please contact Dr. Cabezas's office at (718) 270-2848 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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