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28 Years of Experience
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Capurro, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Claudia Capurro, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ. She has been practicing for over 28 years. Dr. Capurro graduated from Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science. Dr. Capurro is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Capurro’s office at (520) 792-1450.
Where did Dr. Capurro go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science
What languages does Dr. Capurro speak?
Dr. Capurro and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Capurro typically treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Capurro 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. Capurro. 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:
- Dementia
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Heart Failure
- Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
- 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
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Capurro typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Claudia Capurro may include:
Please contact Dr. Capurro's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Capurro accept my insurance?
Dr. Capurro accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (520) 792-1450 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Capurro accept in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Capurro in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Community Care Network
Federal government of the United States
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Where is Dr. Capurro's office located?
What is Dr. Capurro's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Capurro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487765582.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Capurro?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Capurro
What is Dr. Claudia Capurro's specialty?
Dr. Capurro is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Tucson, AZ.
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. Claudia Capurro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Capurro is affiliated with Tucson Medical Center 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 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 Claudia Capurro accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Claudia Capurro is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Claudia Capurro offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Capurro's office at (520) 792-1450 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Claudia Capurro?
Please contact Dr. Capurro's office at (520) 792-1450 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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