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Dr. Rafael Lopez, MD

Montgomery, AL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lopez, Specialist in Montgomery, AL?

    Dr. Rafael Lopez, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Montgomery, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Lopez graduated from University of El Imam El Mahdi Faculty of Medicine Kosti and completed his residency at Wright State Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Lopez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lopez’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lopez’s office at (334) 269-0212.

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

    • Residency: Wright State Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine | Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: University De El Salvador- Fac De Med- San Salvador- El Salvador | University of El Imam El Mahdi Faculty of Medicine Kosti

    Is Dr. Lopez board certified as a Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Rafael Lopez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Lopez speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Lopez treat?

    As a Specialist, Dr. Lopez 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. Lopez. 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.

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
    • Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
    • Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
    • CKD Stage 4
    • Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3b
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
    • I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
    • N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
    • N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Does Dr. Lopez accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lopez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (334) 269-0212 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lopez accept in Montgomery, AL?

    Dr. Lopez in Montgomery, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama

    • Express Scripts

    • HealthComp

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Alabama

    • State of Massachusetts

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Lopez's office located?

    Dr. Rafael Lopez's Primary Practice

    2034 Chestnut St

    Montgomery, AL 36106

    (334) 269-0212

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    Dr. Rafael Lopez's Practice 2

    1014 S Forest Ave

    Luverne, AL 36049

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    Dr. Rafael Lopez's Practice 3

    229 Camden Byp

    Camden, AL 36726

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

    Dr. Lopez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700890936.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lopez?

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

    What is Dr. Rafael Lopez's specialty?

    Dr. Lopez is a Specialist near Montgomery, AL. Contact Dr. Lopez to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Rafael Lopez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lopez is affiliated with East Alabama Medical Center, UAB 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

    Where can I learn more about Specialist?

    Explore Specialist with 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 Rafael Lopez accepting new patients in Montgomery, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Rafael Lopez is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rafael Lopez offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lopez's office at (334) 269-0212 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Rafael Lopez?

    Please contact Dr. Lopez's office at (334) 269-0212 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Rafael Lopez have?

    Dr. Rafael Lopez is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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