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Dr. Maria Velazquez-Connor, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Bronx, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Velazquez-Connor, Family Medicine Specialist in Bronx, NY?

    Dr. Maria Velazquez-Connor, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bronx, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Velazquez-Connor is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Velazquez-Connor’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Velazquez-Connor’s office at (412) 623-2287.

    What languages does Dr. Velazquez-Connor speak?

    Dr. Velazquez-Connor and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Velazquez-Connor typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Velazquez-Connor 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. Velazquez-Connor. 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:

    • Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
    • Vital Signs
    • Normal BP reading
    • Blood pressure screening, all clear
    • Healthy blood pressure check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings

    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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
    • Special Medical Visits
    • Unusual Doctor Appointments
    • Healthcare for Unique Situations

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Other Health Condition
    • Unspecified Health Issue
    • General Health Concern
    • Other Medical Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z789: Other specified health status

    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

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Velazquez-Connor typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Maria Velazquez-Connor may include:

    Please contact Dr. Velazquez-Connor's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Velazquez-Connor accept my insurance?

    Dr. Velazquez-Connor accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (412) 623-2287 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Velazquez-Connor accept in Bronx, NY?

    Dr. Velazquez-Connor in Bronx, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicare

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • UPMC Health System

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    Where is Dr. Velazquez-Connor's office located?

    Dr. Maria Velazquez-Connor's Primary Practice

    1317 Castle Hill Ave

    Bronx, NY 10462

    (412) 623-2287

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    Dr. Maria Velazquez-Connor's Practice 2

    455 Sutter Ave

    Brooklyn, NY 11212

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    Dr. Maria Velazquez-Connor's Practice 3

    11515 Sutphin Blvd

    Jamaica, NY 11434

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    What hospitals are Dr. Velazquez-Connor affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Velazquez-Connor has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

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

    Dr. Velazquez-Connor's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619530433.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Velazquez-Connor?

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

    What is Dr. Maria Velazquez-Connor's specialty?

    Dr. Velazquez-Connor is a Family Medicine Specialist near Bronx, NY.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Maria Velazquez-Connor affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Velazquez-Connor is affiliated with Indiana Regional 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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 Dr. Maria Velazquez-Connor accepting new patients in Bronx, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Maria Velazquez-Connor is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Maria Velazquez-Connor offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Velazquez-Connor's office at (412) 623-2287 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Maria Velazquez-Connor?

    Please contact Dr. Velazquez-Connor's office at (412) 623-2287 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Velazquez-Connor's office located?

    Dr. Velazquez-Connor's offices are located in Bronx, NY, Brooklyn, NY, and Jamaica, NY.