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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vasquez Rios, Nephrologist in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. George Vasquez Rios, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM. Dr. Vasquez Rios is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vasquez Rios’s practice accepts Medicare 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 a Nephrologist like Dr. Vasquez Rios typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
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)
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- 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
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)
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Vasquez Rios typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by 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
Please contact Dr. Vasquez Rios' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Presbyterian Healthcare Services
State of New Mexico
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
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. George Vasquez Rios affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vasquez Rios is affiliated with Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, Nm, Lovelace Medical Center, Plains Regional Medical Center, Lovelace Women's Hospital, Lovelace Westside Hospital, Lincoln County Medical Center 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 Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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