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Dr. Mauricio Botero-Velez, MD

Nephrologist, Specialist

Portland, ME

35 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Botero-Velez, Nephrologist in Portland, ME?

    Dr. Mauricio Botero-Velez, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Portland, ME with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Botero-Velez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Botero-Velez’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Botero-Velez’s office at (207) 301-5400.

    Where did Dr. Botero-Velez go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Universidad Del Valle, Cali

    Is Dr. Botero-Velez board certified as a Nephrologist?

    Yes, Dr. Mauricio Botero-Velez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Botero-Velez speak?

    Dr. Botero-Velez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Botero-Velez typically treat?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Botero-Velez 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. Botero-Velez. 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
    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Kidney Failure
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • CKD Stage 3b
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure
    • CKD Stage 4
    • Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3a
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
    • 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

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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

    What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Botero-Velez typically perform?

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Mauricio Botero-Velez may include:

    Please contact Dr. Botero-Velez's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Botero-Velez accept my insurance?

    Dr. Botero-Velez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (207) 301-5400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Botero-Velez accept in Portland, ME?

    Dr. Botero-Velez in Portland, ME accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Community Health Options

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Martin's Point Health Care

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Point32Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Botero-Velez's office located?

    Dr. Mauricio Botero-Velez's Primary Practice

    22 Bramhall St

    Portland, ME 04102

    (207) 301-5400

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    218 Wcmp Pulmonology

    116 Northport Ave Ste 218

    Belfast, ME 04915

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    Dr. Mauricio Botero-Velez's Practice 3

    15 Anchor Dr

    Rockport, ME 04856

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

    Dr. Botero-Velez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457358160.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Botero-Velez?

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

    What is Dr. Mauricio Botero-Velez's specialty?

    Dr. Botero-Velez is a Nephrologist near Portland, ME.

    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 Dr. Mauricio Botero-Velez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Botero-Velez is affiliated with Pen Bay Medical Center, Mainehealth Maine Medical Center Portland, St. Joseph Healthcare - Bangor, Me, Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center, Mid Coast 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

    When to see a Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Nephrologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Mauricio Botero-Velez accepting new patients in Portland, ME?

    Yes, Dr. Mauricio Botero-Velez is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Mauricio Botero-Velez offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Botero-Velez's office at (207) 301-5400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Mauricio Botero-Velez?

    Please contact Dr. Botero-Velez's office at (207) 301-5400 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Botero-Velez's office located?

    Dr. Botero-Velez's offices are located in Portland, ME, Belfast, ME, and Rockport, ME.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Mauricio Botero-Velez have?

    Dr. Mauricio Botero-Velez is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.