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Who is Dr. Amador, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Lakewood, CO?
Dr. Luis Amador, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lakewood, CO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Amador completed his residency at Duke Univ Med Ctr, Geriatric Medicine-Internal Medicine; So Il Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Amador is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Amador’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Amador’s office.
Where did Dr. Amador go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Duke Univ Med Ctr, Geriatric Medicine-Internal Medicine; So Il Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine
Is Dr. Amador board certified as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Luis Amador, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Amador speak?
Dr. Amador and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Amador typically treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Amador 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. Amador. 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:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Amador typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Luis Amador may include:
Please contact Dr. Amador's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Amador accept my insurance?
Dr. Amador accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Amador accept in Lakewood, CO?
Dr. Amador in Lakewood, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
State of Colorado
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Amador's office located?
What is Dr. Amador's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Amador's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083773964.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Amador?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Amador
What is Dr. Luis Amador's specialty?
Dr. Amador is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Lakewood, CO.
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 Amador affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Amador is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Commonspirit - St. Anthony 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 Amador accepting new patients in Lakewood, CO?
Yes, Dr. Luis Amador is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Luis Amador offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Amador's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Luis Amador?
Please contact Dr. Amador's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Luis Amador have?
Dr. Luis Amador is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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