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Dr. Ricardo Carrizo, MD

Dr. Ricardo Carrizo, MD

Amarillo, TX

35 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Carrizo, Internist in Amarillo, TX?

    Dr. Ricardo Carrizo, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Amarillo, TX. He has been practicing for over 35 years. Dr. Carrizo completed his residency at Texas Tech University Health Science Center. Dr. Carrizo is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Carrizo’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carrizo’s office at (806) 351-7200.

    Where did Dr. Carrizo go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Texas Tech University Health Science Center

    • Medical School: Universidad Javeriana

    What languages does Dr. Carrizo speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Carrizo typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Carrizo 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. Carrizo. 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 High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
    • B Vitamins
    • Malnutrition
    • Specific B Vitamin Shortage
    • Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
    • Rare B Vitamin Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Carrizo typically perform?

    As an Internist, Dr. Carrizo 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. Carrizo. 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:

    • Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
    • Skin Conditions
    • Actinic Keratosis Treatment
    • Premalignant Lesion Destruction
    • Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions

    CPT Codes:

    • 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
    • 17003: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); second through 14 lesions, each (List separately in addition to code for first lesion)

    Does Dr. Carrizo accept my insurance?

    Dr. Carrizo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (806) 351-7200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Carrizo accept in Amarillo, TX?

    Dr. Carrizo in Amarillo, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Universal Health Services

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Carrizo's office located?

    Dr. Ricardo Carrizo's Primary Practice

    1411 E Amarillo Blvd

    Amarillo, TX 79107

    (806) 351-7200

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

    Dr. Carrizo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356453013.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Carrizo?

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

    What is Dr. Ricardo Carrizo's specialty?

    Dr. Carrizo is a Internist near Amarillo, TX.

    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. Ricardo Carrizo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Carrizo is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Bsa 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. 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 Ricardo Carrizo accepting new patients in Amarillo, TX?

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

    Does Dr. Ricardo Carrizo offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Carrizo's office at (806) 351-7200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ricardo Carrizo?

    Please contact Dr. Carrizo's office at (806) 351-7200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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