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Dr. Ricardo Collazo, MD

Miami, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Collazo, Surgeon in Miami, FL?

    Dr. Ricardo Collazo, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Miami, FL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Collazo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Collazo’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Collazo’s office at (832) 325-7125.

    What languages does Dr. Collazo speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Collazo treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Collazo 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. Collazo. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones
    • Cholelithiasis
    • Gallbladder stones
    • Biliary calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis

    Also known as:

    • Obstructed Surgical Incision Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Incisional Hernia with Obstruction
    • Blocked Incision Hernia
    • Strangulated Incisional Hernia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K430: Incisional hernia with obstruction, without gangrene

    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

    What procedures does Dr. Collazo perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Collazo performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Collazo. 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:

    • Muscle Debridement
    • Deep Wound Cleaning
    • Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
    • Skin Substitute Graft Application
    • Muscle Cleaning Procedure
    • Fascia Debridement
    • Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
    • Surgical Wound Debridement
    • Tissue Removal for Wound Healing
    • Artificial Skin Graft
    • Wound Skin Replacement
    • Bioengineered Skin Application
    • Skin Replacement Procedure
    • Wound Covering Application

    CPT Codes:

    • 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
    • 11046: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 15271: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
    • 15272: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; each additional 25 sq cm wound surface area, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Pedicle Skin Graft (Trunk)
    • Tubed Pedicle Graft
    • Direct Pedicle Flap
    • Trunk Skin Reconstruction
    • Skin Flap Transfer

    CPT Codes:

    • 15570: Formation of direct or tubed pedicle, with or without transfer; trunk

    Also known as:

    • Skin Substitute Graft (Large Area)
    • Artificial skin graft
    • Wound covering application
    • Skin replacement for large wounds

    CPT Codes:

    • 15273: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area greater than or equal to 100 sq cm; first 100 sq cm wound surface area, or 1% of body area of infants and children

    Also known as:

    • Muscle or Skin Flap Surgery (Trunk)
    • Myocutaneous Flap (Body)
    • Fasciocutaneous Flap (Trunk)
    • Tissue Flap Reconstruction (Torso)

    CPT Codes:

    • 15734: Muscle, myocutaneous, or fasciocutaneous flap; trunk

    Also known as:

    • Abscess Incision and Drainage
    • Abscess
    • I&D of Abscess
    • Lancing an Abscess
    • Draining a Boil
    • Cyst Drainage

    CPT Codes:

    • 10061: Incision and drainage of abscess (eg, carbuncle, suppurative hidradenitis, cutaneous or subcutaneous abscess, cyst, furuncle, or paronychia); complicated or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal with X-ray
    • Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
    • Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
    • Cholecystectomy with Cholangiography
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
    • 47563: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy with cholangiography

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Appendectomy
    • Minimally Invasive Appendectomy
    • Keyhole Appendectomy
    • Scope Appendectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 44970: Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy

    Also known as:

    • Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
    • Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
    • Subcutaneous port placement
    • Central line with port

    CPT Codes:

    • 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older

    Does Dr. Collazo accept my insurance?

    Dr. Collazo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (832) 325-7125 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Collazo accept in Miami, FL?

    Dr. Collazo in Miami, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • AvMed Health Plan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Florida Blue / Guidewell

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • MedImpact

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • ZF TRW

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    Where is Dr. Collazo's office located?

    Dr. Ricardo Collazo's Primary Practice

    9380 SW 150th St Ste 120

    Miami, FL 33176

    (832) 325-7125

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    Dr. Ricardo Collazo's Practice 2

    6410 Fannin St Ste 1400

    Houston, TX 77030

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

    Dr. Collazo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437715786.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Collazo?

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

    What is Dr. Ricardo Collazo's specialty?

    Dr. Collazo is a Surgeon near Miami, FL. 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. Collazo to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ricardo Collazo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Collazo is affiliated with Jackson South Medical Center, HCA Florida Kendall Hospital, Palmetto General Hospital, Coral Gables Hospital, Baptist Health South Miami 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 Ricardo Collazo accepting new patients in Miami, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Ricardo Collazo is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ricardo Collazo offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Collazo's office at (832) 325-7125 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ricardo Collazo?

    Please contact Dr. Collazo's office at (832) 325-7125 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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