EverydayHealthLogo
Dr. Rafael Perez, MD

Dr. Rafael Perez, MD

South Miami, FL

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Perez, Urogynecologist in South Miami, FL?

    Dr. Rafael Perez, MD is an Urogynecologist, who primarily practices in South Miami, FL. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Dr. Perez graduated from University of Puerto Rico, School of Medicine and completed his residency at Greater Baltimore Medical Center. He is a member of the AMERICAN COLLEGE OF OBSTRETICIANS AND GYNECOLOGISTS. Dr. Perez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Perez’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Perez’s office at (305) 665-2060.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Perez?

    Dr. Rafael Perez, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Urogynecologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Perez empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Endometriosis, Incontinence-Urinary, Laparoscopic Surgery-Complex, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Pelvic Organ Prolapse Repair, Robotic Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the South Miami/FL community, Dr. Perez is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Greater Baltimore Medical Center | Greater Baltimore Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University of Puerto Rico, School of Medicine | University of Alabama School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Perez board certified in Urogynecologist?

    Yes, Dr. Rafael Perez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

    What languages does Dr. Perez speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Perez treat?

    As a Urogynecologist, Dr. Perez 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. Perez. 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:

    • Routine Gynecological Exam (Abnormal Findings)
    • Women's Health Checkup
    • Women's checkup with issues
    • Pelvic exam, abnormal results
    • OB/GYN visit with concerns

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01411: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Uterine Fibroids
    • Leiomyoma
    • Fibromyoma
    • Myoma
    • Uterine growth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D259: Leiomyoma of uterus, unspecified
    • D250: Submucous leiomyoma of uterus

    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:

    • Stress Urinary Incontinence
    • Urge Urinary Incontinence
    • Urinary Incontinence
    • Stress Incontinence
    • Leakage with Coughing
    • Bladder Leakage with Activity
    • Urge Incontinence
    • Overactive Bladder
    • Sudden Urge to Urinate

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N393: Stress incontinence (female) (male)
    • N3941: Urge incontinence

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination

    Also known as:

    • Uterine Polyp
    • Uterine Disease
    • Endometrial Polyp
    • Womb Polyp

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N840: Polyp of corpus uteri

    Also known as:

    • Uterine and Vaginal Prolapse
    • Cervix Disorder
    • Pelvic Floor Disorder
    • Uterine prolapse
    • Vaginal prolapse
    • Dropped uterus and vagina

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N814: Uterovaginal prolapse, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Heavy and Frequent Periods (Regular Cycle)
    • Heavy and Frequent Periods (Irregular Cycle)
    • Menstruation
    • Menorrhagia
    • Polymenorrhea
    • Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
    • Menometrorrhagia
    • Irregular Heavy Bleeding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N920: Excessive and frequent menstruation with regular cycle
    • N921: Excessive and frequent menstruation with irregular cycle

    Also known as:

    • Unclear Mammogram
    • Mammography
    • Mammograms
    • Inconclusive breast screening
    • Mammogram needs further testing
    • Uncertain mammogram result

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R922: Inconclusive mammogram

    Also known as:

    • Atypical Cells on Pap Test (ASC-US)
    • Cervical Cancer Screening
    • ASC-US Pap smear
    • Uncertain abnormal cervical cells
    • Mildly abnormal Pap test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R87610: Atypical squamous cells of undetermined significance on cytologic smear of cervix (ASC-US)

    Also known as:

    • Pelvic and Perineal Pain
    • Pelvic Pain
    • Perineum pain
    • Pelvic floor pain
    • Pain in groin area

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R102: Pelvic and perineal pain

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
    • Mammography
    • Inconclusive mammogram
    • Unclear breast scan results
    • Abnormal breast scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast

    Also known as:

    • Cystic Breast Changes in Right Breast
    • Breast Disease
    • Fibrocystic right breast
    • Diffuse breast cysts right side
    • Right breast cystic disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N6011: Diffuse cystic mastopathy of right breast

    Also known as:

    • Cystocele
    • Pelvic Floor Disorder
    • Fallen Bladder
    • Bladder Prolapse
    • Anterior Vaginal Wall Prolapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N8110: Cystocele, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Vaginal Inflammation
    • Vaginitis
    • Acute Vaginitis
    • Sudden Vaginal Infection
    • Vaginal Irritation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N760: Acute vaginitis

    Also known as:

    • Interstitial Cystitis
    • Interstitial Cystitis (Bladder Pain Syndrome)
    • Bladder Pain Syndrome
    • Chronic Bladder Pain
    • Painful Bladder Syndrome

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3010: Interstitial cystitis (chronic) without hematuria

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    What procedures does Dr. Perez perform?

    As a Urogynecologist, Dr. Perez 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. Perez. 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:

    • Hysteroscopy with Biopsy or Polyp Removal
    • Hysteroscopy with Endometrial Ablation
    • Biopsy
    • Hysteroscopy
    • Uterine Scope with Biopsy
    • Hysteroscopic Polypectomy
    • D&C with Hysteroscopy
    • Uterine Lining Removal
    • Endometrial Resection
    • Thermoablation of Uterus

    CPT Codes:

    • 58558: Hysteroscopy, surgical; with sampling (biopsy) of endometrium and/or polypectomy, with or without D & C
    • 58563: Hysteroscopy, surgical; with endometrial ablation (eg, endometrial resection, electrosurgical ablation, thermoablation)

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Removal of Pelvic Lesions
    • Minimally invasive ovarian lesion removal
    • Pelvic lesion excision laparoscopy
    • Peritoneal lesion fulguration
    • Endometriosis removal surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 58662: Laparoscopy, surgical; with fulguration or excision of lesions of the ovary, pelvic viscera, or peritoneal surface by any method

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Hysterectomy
    • Laparoscopic Total Hysterectomy with Tube and/or Ovary Removal
    • Hysterectomy
    • Laparoscopy
    • Minimally Invasive Hysterectomy
    • Keyhole Hysterectomy
    • Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy
    • Uterus Removal Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Total Hysterectomy
    • Laparoscopic Uterus Removal with Salpingo-oophorectomy
    • Total Hysterectomy (Laparoscopic)

    CPT Codes:

    • 58571: Laparoscopy, surgical, with total hysterectomy, for uterus 250 g or less; with removal of tube(s) and/or ovary(s)
    • 58573: Laparoscopy, surgical, with total hysterectomy, for uterus greater than 250 g; with removal of tube(s) and/or ovary(s)

    Also known as:

    • Vaginal Wall Repair with Enterocele Fix
    • Vaginal Vault Suspension Surgery
    • Anterior and Posterior Colporrhaphy
    • Pelvic Floor Repair
    • Vaginal Prolapse Surgery
    • Colpopexy
    • Vaginal Prolapse Repair
    • Sacrospinous Fixation

    CPT Codes:

    • 57265: Combined anteroposterior colporrhaphy, including cystourethroscopy, when performed; with enterocele repair
    • 57282: Colpopexy, vaginal; extra-peritoneal approach (sacrospinous, iliococcygeus)

    Also known as:

    • Colposcopy with Cervical Biopsy
    • Colposcopy
    • Cervical Colposcopy with Curettage
    • Vaginal Colposcopy with Endocervical Curettage
    • Cervical Exam with Tissue Sample
    • Cervical Biopsy during Colposcopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 57456: Colposcopy of the cervix including upper/adjacent vagina; with endocervical curettage

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Uterine Fibroid Removal
    • Minimally Invasive Myomectomy
    • Laparoscopic Myomectomy
    • Fibroid Excision (Laparoscopic)

    CPT Codes:

    • 58545: Laparoscopy, surgical, myomectomy, excision; 1 to 4 intramural myomas with total weight of 250 g or less and/or removal of surface myomas

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Vaginal Suspension
    • Laparoscopic Colpopexy
    • Minimally Invasive Vaginal Apex Suspension
    • Vaginal Vault Suspension (Laparoscopic)
    • Keyhole Surgery for Vaginal Prolapse

    CPT Codes:

    • 57425: Laparoscopy, surgical, colpopexy (suspension of vaginal apex)

    Also known as:

    • IUD Insertion
    • Birth Control
    • Intrauterine device placement
    • IUD placement
    • Birth control implant

    CPT Codes:

    • 58300: Insertion of intrauterine device (IUD)

    Also known as:

    • Sling Surgery for Bladder Control
    • Stress Incontinence Sling
    • Urethral Sling Procedure
    • Bladder Sling Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 57288: Sling operation for stress incontinence (eg, fascia or synthetic)

    Also known as:

    • Diagnostic Hysteroscopy
    • Hysteroscopy
    • Uterine Scope
    • Hysteroscopic Exam
    • Diagnostic Uterus Scope

    CPT Codes:

    • 58555: Hysteroscopy, diagnostic (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Hysteroscopy with Fibroid Removal
    • Hysteroscopy
    • Uterine Fibroid Removal
    • Hysteroscopic Myomectomy
    • Uterine Polyp Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 58561: Hysteroscopy, surgical; with removal of leiomyomata

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Ovarian and/or Fallopian Tube Removal
    • Laparoscopic Oophorectomy
    • Laparoscopic Salpingectomy
    • Minimally Invasive Adnexal Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 58661: Laparoscopy, surgical; with removal of adnexal structures (partial or total oophorectomy and/or salpingectomy)

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Removal of Multiple or Large Uterine Fibroids
    • Laparoscopic myomectomy
    • Fibroid excision
    • Uterine fibroid removal surgery
    • Keyhole fibroid surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 58546: Laparoscopy, surgical, myomectomy, excision; 5 or more intramural myomas and/or intramural myomas with total weight greater than 250 g

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Injection for Overactivity
    • Bladder Chemodenervation
    • Botox for Bladder
    • Cystoscopy with Bladder Injection
    • Overactive Bladder Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 52287: Cystourethroscopy, with injection(s) for chemodenervation of the bladder

    Also known as:

    • Bladder and Urethra Scope
    • Cystoscopy
    • Urethroscopy
    • Bladder scope procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 52000: Cystourethroscopy (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Dilation for Interstitial Cystitis
    • Cystoscopy with Bladder Dilation
    • Interstitial Cystitis Treatment
    • Bladder Stretching Procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 52260: Cystourethroscopy, with dilation of bladder for interstitial cystitis; general or conduction (spinal) anesthesia

    Does Dr. Perez accept my insurance?

    Dr. Perez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 665-2060 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Perez accept in South Miami, FL?

    Dr. Perez in South Miami, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • AvMed Health Plan

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Florida Blue / Guidewell

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

    View All Insurances

    Where is Dr. Perez's office located?

    Dr. Rafael Perez's Primary Practice

    7000 SW 62nd Ave Ste 545A

    South Miami, FL 33143

    (305) 665-2060

    Get Directions

    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    AMERICAN COLLEGE OF OBSTRETICIANS AND GYNECOLOGISTS

    Member

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

    Dr. Perez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528004579.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Perez?

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

    What is Dr. Rafael Perez's specialty?

    Dr. Perez is a Urogynecologist near South Miami, FL. A subspecialist in Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery is a physician trained in either Urology or Obstetrics and Gynecology, prepared to offer consultation and comprehensive management for women dealing with complex benign pelvic conditions, lower urinary tract disorders, and pelvic floor dysfunction. This comprehensive management includes the necessary diagnostic and therapeutic procedures for the total care of patients with these conditions and the complications that may arise from them. Contact Dr. Perez to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Perez is affiliated with Baptist Health South Miami Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Urogynecologist?

    Explore Urogynecologist 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 Perez accepting new patients in South Miami, FL?

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

    Does Dr. Rafael Perez offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Perez's office at (305) 665-2060 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Rafael Perez?

    Please contact Dr. Perez's office at (305) 665-2060 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Rafael Perez have?

    Dr. Rafael Perez is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

    Other Urogynecologist Near South Miami, FL

    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    South Miami, FL
    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    South Miami, FL
    Dr. Sujata Yavagal, MD

    Urogynecologist

    acceptingPatients-iconAccepting patients
    Miami, FL
    See All Specialists

    Doctors by Category

    Specialists