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Dr. Henrique Alencastro Puls, MD

Jacksonville, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Alencastro Puls, Critical Care Anesthesiologist in Jacksonville, FL?

    Dr. Henrique Alencastro Puls, MD is a Critical Care Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Jacksonville, FL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Alencastro Puls is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alencastro Puls’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alencastro Puls’s office at (904) 383-1000.

    What languages does Dr. Alencastro Puls speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Critical Care Anesthesiologist like Dr. Alencastro Puls typically treat?

    As a Critical Care Anesthesiologist, Dr. Alencastro Puls 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. Alencastro Puls. 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:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Low Blood Pressure
    • Hypotension
    • Blood Pressure Drop
    • Fainting Spells

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I959: Hypotension, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    What procedures does a Critical Care Anesthesiologist like Dr. Alencastro Puls typically perform?

    As a Critical Care Anesthesiologist, Dr. Alencastro Puls 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. Alencastro Puls. 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:

    • Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
    • Central Line Placement
    • CVC Insertion
    • Temporary Central Line
    • IV Access Catheter

    CPT Codes:

    • 36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older

    Does Dr. Alencastro Puls accept my insurance?

    Dr. Alencastro Puls accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (904) 383-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Alencastro Puls accept in Jacksonville, FL?

    Dr. Alencastro Puls in Jacksonville, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of South Carolina

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Alencastro Puls' office located?

    Dr. Henrique Alencastro Puls' Primary Practice

    15255 Max Leggett Pkwy Ste 3600

    Jacksonville, FL 32218

    (904) 383-1000

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    Dr. Henrique Alencastro Puls' Practice 2

    76011 William Burgess Blvd

    Yulee, FL 32097

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    Dr. Henrique Alencastro Puls' Practice 3

    655 W 8th St

    Jacksonville, FL 32209

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

    Dr. Alencastro Puls's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568969723.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alencastro Puls?

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

    What is Dr. Henrique Alencastro Puls's specialty?

    Dr. Alencastro Puls is a Critical Care Anesthesiologist near Jacksonville, FL.

    What does a Critical Care Anesthesiologist do?

    A critical care anesthesiologist is dedicated to the examination, management, and support of patients having multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to their clinical responsibilities, this specialist may oversee administrative chores in intensive care units, allowing the primary care physician, critical care team, and other medical specialists to collaborate effectively on patient care.

    Is this Dr. Henrique Alencastro Puls affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Alencastro Puls is affiliated with Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital, Prisma Health Baptist Easley Hospital, Uf Health Jacksonville, Prisma Health Tuomey Hospital, Pelham Medical Center, Mission 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

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    Is Henrique Alencastro Puls accepting new patients in Jacksonville, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Henrique Alencastro Puls is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Henrique Alencastro Puls offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Alencastro Puls's office at (904) 383-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Henrique Alencastro Puls?

    Please contact Dr. Alencastro Puls's office at (904) 383-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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