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Who is Dr. Vasquez Rios, Nephrologist in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. George Vasquez Rios, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Vasquez Rios is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vasquez Rios’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vasquez Rios’s office at (505) 998-7400.
What languages does Dr. Vasquez Rios speak?
Dr. Vasquez Rios and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Vasquez Rios treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Vasquez Rios 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. Vasquez Rios. 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
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3a
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Other Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
- Other Acute Renal Failure
- Other Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
- N178: Other acute kidney failure
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure with Tubule Damage
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Tubular Necrosis
- ATN
- Kidney Tubule Death
ICD-10 Codes:
- N170: Acute kidney failure with tubular necrosis
Also known as:
- Lupus kidney disease
- Kidney Disease
- Lupus
- Lupus nephritis
- Kidney inflammation from lupus
- Glomerulonephritis in SLE
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3214: Glomerular disease in systemic lupus erythematosus
Also known as:
- Repeated Blood in Urine from Kidney Issues
- Kidney Disease
- Urine and Urination
- Hematuria with Glomerular Disease
- Kidney-related Hematuria
- Persistent Blood in Urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- N028: Recurrent and persistent hematuria with other morphologic changes
Also known as:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
Also known as:
- Vasculitis
- Blood Vessel Inflammation
- ANCA Vasculitis
- Angiitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7782: Antineutrophilic cytoplasmic antibody [ANCA] vasculitis
Also known as:
- Nephrotic Syndrome
- Kidney Disease
- Kidney Protein Leakage Syndrome
- Protein-losing Nephropathy
- Nephrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- N041: Nephrotic syndrome with focal and segmental glomerular lesions
Which procedures does Dr. Vasquez Rios perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. George Vasquez Rios may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Vasquez Rios' office.
Does Dr. Vasquez Rios accept my insurance?
Dr. Vasquez Rios accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 998-7400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vasquez Rios accept in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Vasquez Rios in Albuquerque, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
GlobalHealth
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
OptumRx
Presbyterian Health Plan
State of New Mexico
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Vasquez Rios' office located?
Dr. George Vasquez Rios' Primary Practice
3821 Masthead St NE
Albuquerque, NM 87109
(505) 998-7400
What is Dr. Vasquez Rios's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vasquez Rios's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386179349.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vasquez Rios?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vasquez Rios
What is Dr. George Vasquez Rios's specialty?
Dr. Vasquez Rios is a Nephrologist near Albuquerque, NM. 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. Contact Dr. Vasquez Rios to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. George Vasquez Rios affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vasquez Rios is affiliated with Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, Nm, Lovelace Westside Hospital, Plains Regional Medical Center, Lovelace Women's 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
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Is George Vasquez Rios accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?
Yes, Dr. George Vasquez Rios is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. George Vasquez Rios offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vasquez Rios's office at (505) 998-7400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with George Vasquez Rios?
Please contact Dr. Vasquez Rios's office at (505) 998-7400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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