Dr. Hector Vazquez, MD
Brooklyn, NY
18 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vazquez, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Hector Vazquez, MD is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Vazquez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vazquez’s office at (718) 240-5000.
Is Dr. Vazquez board certified as a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Hector Vazquez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Vazquez speak?
Dr. Vazquez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Vazquez typically treat?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Vazquez 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. Vazquez. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- Croup
- Throat Disorder
- Acute Laryngitis
- Laryngotracheobronchitis
- Barking Cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]
Also known as:
- Asthma Flare-Up
- Asthma
- Asthma Attack
- Acute Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Asthma
- Asthma Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
What procedures does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Vazquez typically perform?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Hector Vazquez may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Vazquez's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Vazquez accept my insurance?
Dr. Vazquez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 240-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vazquez accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Vazquez in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Healthfirst New York
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Vazquez's office located?
What is Dr. Vazquez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vazquez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831394576.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vazquez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vazquez
What is Dr. Hector Vazquez's specialty?
Dr. Vazquez is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist near Brooklyn, NY.
What does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
A pediatrician with specialized qualifications in managing emergencies in infants and children, providing rapid, expert care for acute medical situations to ensure the best possible outcomes.
Is this Dr. Hector Vazquez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vazquez is affiliated with Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital, Mount Sinai Brooklyn, Suny Downstate Medical Center (university Hospital Of Brooklyn) 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
When to see a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Hector Vazquez accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Hector Vazquez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hector Vazquez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vazquez's office at (718) 240-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hector Vazquez?
Please contact Dr. Vazquez's office at (718) 240-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Hector Vazquez have?
Dr. Hector Vazquez is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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