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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cefalu, Internist in North Port, FL?
Dr. Elizabeth Cefalu, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in North Port, FL with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Cefalu completed her residency at Univ Of Md Med Sys, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics. Dr. Cefalu is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cefalu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cefalu’s office at (941) 888-5839.
Where did Dr. Cefalu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Md Med Sys, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics
Medical School: Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La | Tulane University of Louisiana --
Is Dr. Cefalu board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Cefalu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Cefalu speak?
Dr. Cefalu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Cefalu typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Cefalu 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. Cefalu. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
- Heart Disease Screening
- Vascular Disease Check
- Cardiac Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
- Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Cefalu typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Cefalu 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. Cefalu. 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:
- Shaving Skin Lesion
- Skin Lesion Shave Excision
- Mole Shaving
- Skin Growth Removal (Shave)
- Dermal Lesion Shave
CPT Codes:
- 11301: Shaving of epidermal or dermal lesion, single lesion, trunk, arms or legs; lesion diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm
Does Dr. Cefalu accept my insurance?
Dr. Cefalu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (941) 888-5839 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cefalu accept in North Port, FL?
Dr. Cefalu in North Port, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Cefalu's office located?
Dr. Elizabeth Cefalu's Primary Practice
2566 Commerce Pkwy Unit 2
North Port, FL 34289
(941) 888-5839
What is Dr. Cefalu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cefalu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811956683.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cefalu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cefalu
What is Dr. Elizabeth Cefalu's specialty?
Dr. Cefalu is a Internist near North Port, FL.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Elizabeth Cefalu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cefalu is affiliated with Sarasota Memorial Hospital 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Elizabeth Cefalu accepting new patients in North Port, FL?
Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Cefalu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elizabeth Cefalu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cefalu's office at (941) 888-5839 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elizabeth Cefalu?
Please contact Dr. Cefalu's office at (941) 888-5839 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Elizabeth Cefalu have?
Dr. Elizabeth Cefalu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Pediatrics.
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