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Dr. Gaspar Barreto Torrella, MD

Nephrologist

Miami, FL

33 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Barreto Torrella, Nephrologist in Miami, FL?

    Dr. Gaspar Barreto Torrella, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Miami, FL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 33 years. Dr. Barreto Torrella graduated from Universidad Catolica Nordestana Facultad de Ciencias Medicas and completed his residency at U S DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS. Dr. Barreto Torrella is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Barreto Torrella’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Barreto Torrella’s office.

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

    • Residency: U S DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

    • Medical School: Inst Sup De Cien Med "Carlos J Finlay", Camaguey, Cuba | Universidad Catolica Nordestana Facultad de Ciencias Medicas

    What languages does Dr. Barreto Torrella speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Barreto Torrella typically treat?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Barreto Torrella 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. Barreto Torrella. 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:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
    • 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
    • CKD Stage 3a
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3b
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 4
    • Severe Chronic Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
    • N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
    • N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)

    Also known as:

    • Other Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Other Acute Renal Failure
    • Other Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N178: Other acute kidney failure

    Also known as:

    • Low Sodium Levels
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Sodium
    • Hyponatremia
    • Low Blood Sodium
    • Sodium Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia

    What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Barreto Torrella typically perform?

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Gaspar Barreto Torrella may include:

    Please contact Dr. Barreto Torrella's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Barreto Torrella accept my insurance?

    Dr. Barreto Torrella accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Barreto Torrella accept in Miami, FL?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Doctors Healthcare Plans

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

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    Where is Dr. Barreto Torrella's office located?

    Dr. Gaspar Barreto Torrella's Primary Practice

    11251 NW 20th St Unit 103

    Miami, FL 33172

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    Dr. Gaspar Barreto Torrella's Practice 2

    9193 Sunset Dr Ste 200

    Miami, FL 33173

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

    Dr. Barreto Torrella's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588657886.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Barreto Torrella?

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

    What is Dr. Gaspar Barreto Torrella's specialty?

    Dr. Barreto Torrella is a Nephrologist near Miami, FL.

    What does a Nephrologist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Gaspar Barreto Torrella affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Barreto Torrella is affiliated with Baptist Hospital Of Miami, Baptist Health South Miami Hospital, West Kendall Baptist Hospital, Homestead Hospital, Jackson West Medical Center, Jackson South Medical Center 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

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    Is Dr. Gaspar Barreto Torrella accepting new patients in Miami, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Gaspar Barreto Torrella is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gaspar Barreto Torrella offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Barreto Torrella's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Gaspar Barreto Torrella?

    Please contact Dr. Barreto Torrella's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Barreto Torrella's office located?

    Dr. Barreto Torrella's office is located in Miami, FL.