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Dr. Hugo Villanueva, MD

Bronx, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Villanueva, Nephrologist in Bronx, NY?

    Dr. Hugo Villanueva, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Bronx, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Villanueva graduated from Universidad Nacional Pedro Henriquez Urena. Dr. Villanueva is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Villanueva’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Villanueva’s office at (718) 920-9041.

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

    • Medical School: Universidad Nacional Pedro Henriquez Urena | Universidad Nacional Pedro Henriquez Urena | Universidad Federico Henriquez y Carvajal (UFHEC) Facultad de Medicina

    What languages does Dr. Villanueva speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Villanueva treat?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Villanueva 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. Villanueva. 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
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
    • End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure
    • CKD
    • Long-Term Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 5
    • End-Stage Renal Disease
    • CKD Stage 4
    • Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3b
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3a
    • CKD Stage 3
    • Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
    • Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
    • N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
    • N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
    • N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
    • N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
    • N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
    • I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease

    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:

    • Low Sodium Levels
    • High Sodium Levels
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Sodium
    • Hyponatremia
    • Low Blood Sodium
    • Sodium Deficiency
    • Hypernatremia
    • High Blood Sodium
    • Too Much Sodium

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
    • E870: Hyperosmolality and hypernatremia

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Nephropathy
    • Kidney Damage from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes Kidney Complications

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1121: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic nephropathy

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Having a Kidney Transplant
    • Kidney Transplantation
    • Kidney Transplant
    • Renal transplant
    • Kidney replacement surgery
    • Post-kidney transplant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z940: Kidney transplant status

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Overactive Parathyroid Glands due to Kidney Disease
    • Parathyroid Disorder
    • Renal Hyperparathyroidism
    • Secondary Hyperparathyroidism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N2581: Secondary hyperparathyroidism of renal origin

    Also known as:

    • Acquired Kidney Cyst
    • Kidney Cysts
    • Acquired Cystic Kidney Disease
    • Renal Cyst
    • Simple Kidney Cyst

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N281: Cyst of kidney, acquired

    What procedures does Dr. Villanueva perform?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Villanueva 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. Villanueva. 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:

    • Follow-up Medical Nutrition Therapy
    • Dietitian Re-assessment
    • Nutritional Counseling Session
    • Diet and Health Review

    CPT Codes:

    • 97803: Medical nutrition therapy; re-assessment and intervention, individual, face-to-face with the patient, each 15 minutes

    Does Dr. Villanueva accept my insurance?

    Dr. Villanueva accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 920-9041 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Villanueva accept in Bronx, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Villanueva's office located?

    Dr. Hugo Villanueva's Primary Practice

    4141 Carpenter Ave

    Bronx, NY 10466

    (718) 920-9041

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    Dr. Hugo Villanueva's Practice 2

    3250 Westchester Ave Rm 101

    Bronx, NY 10461

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

    Dr. Villanueva's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689760795.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Villanueva?

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

    What is Dr. Hugo Villanueva's specialty?

    Dr. Villanueva is a Nephrologist near Bronx, NY. An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation. Contact Dr. Villanueva to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Hugo Villanueva affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Villanueva is affiliated with Montefiore Hospital (Moses Campus) 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

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    Is Hugo Villanueva accepting new patients in Bronx, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Hugo Villanueva is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Hugo Villanueva offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Villanueva's office at (718) 920-9041 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Hugo Villanueva?

    Please contact Dr. Villanueva's office at (718) 920-9041 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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