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Who is Dr. Garcia, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Luis Hector Garcia, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM. He is board certified. Dr. Garcia completed his residency at Univ Hi-J A Burns Sch Med, Geriatric Medicine-Internal Medicine; White Mem Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Ucsf-Fresno Med Educ Prog, Internal Medicine; Ohio Valley Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Garcia is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Garcia’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Garcia’s office at (505) 265-1711.
Where did Dr. Garcia go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Hi-J A Burns Sch Med, Geriatric Medicine-Internal Medicine; White Mem Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Ucsf-Fresno Med Educ Prog, Internal Medicine; Ohio Valley Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Is Dr. Garcia board certified as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Luis Hector Garcia, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Garcia speak?
Dr. Garcia and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Garcia typically treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Garcia 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. Garcia. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic nerve damage
- Diabetes-related nerve pain
- Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Garcia typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Luis Hector Garcia may include:
Please contact Dr. Garcia's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Garcia accept my insurance?
Dr. Garcia accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 265-1711 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Garcia accept in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Garcia in Albuquerque, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Presbyterian Healthcare Services
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Where is Dr. Garcia's office located?
Dr. Luis Hector Garcia's Primary Practice
1501 San Pedro Dr SE
Albuquerque, NM 87108
(505) 265-1711
What is Dr. Garcia's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Garcia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619088002.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Garcia?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Garcia
What is Dr. Luis Hector Garcia's specialty?
Dr. Garcia is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Albuquerque, NM.
What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?
An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.
Is this Dr. Luis Hector Garcia affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Garcia is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Geriatric Medicine Specialist. 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 Luis Hector Garcia accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?
Yes, Dr. Luis Hector Garcia is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Luis Hector Garcia offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Garcia's office at (505) 265-1711 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Luis Hector Garcia?
Please contact Dr. Garcia's office at (505) 265-1711 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Luis Hector Garcia have?
Dr. Luis Hector Garcia is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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