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Who is Dr. Diez, Cytopathologist in San Juan, PR?
Dr. Elsie Diez, MD is a Cytopathologist, who primarily practices in San Juan, PR. Dr. Diez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Diez’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Diez’s office at (787) 293-6141.
What languages does Dr. Diez speak?
Dr. Diez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Diez treat?
As a Cytopathologist, Dr. Diez 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. Diez. 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:
- Cervical Cancer Screening
- Colon Cancer Screening
- HPV and Pap Test Results
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Pap Test
- HPV Test
- Cervical Smear
- Early Cervical Cancer Detection
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z124: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of cervix
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Chronic Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Chronic gastritis
- Long-term stomach inflammation
- Persistent stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding
Also known as:
- Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
- Women's Health Checkup
- Women's checkup, all clear
- Pelvic exam, normal results
- OB/GYN visit, no issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Microscopic Blood in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Hematuria (Blood in the Urine)
- Microscopic hematuria
- Hidden blood in urine
- Invisible blood in pee
ICD-10 Codes:
- R3129: Other microscopic hematuria
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
What procedures does Dr. Diez perform?
As a Cytopathologist, Dr. Diez 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. Diez. 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:
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
CPT Codes:
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
Also known as:
- Skin Biopsy
- Shave Biopsy
- Tangential Biopsy
- Skin Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11102: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); single lesion
Does Dr. Diez accept my insurance?
Dr. Diez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (787) 293-6141 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Diez accept in San Juan, PR?
Dr. Diez in San Juan, PR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Farm Bureau Health Plans
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Medicare
Proamerica Managed Care
State of Tennessee
Unite Here Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Diez's office located?
Dr. Elsie Diez's Primary Practice
Villas Paseo Sol #32 Urb. Los Paseos
San Juan, PR 00926
(787) 293-6141
What is Dr. Diez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Diez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285659896.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Diez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Diez
What is Dr. Elsie Diez's specialty?
Dr. Diez is a Cytopathologist near San Juan, PR. A cytopathologist is an anatomic pathologist with specialization in diagnosing diseases by studying cells collected from body fluids and secretions. This involves scraping, washing, or sponging the surface of a lesion, or using fine-needle aspiration to obtain samples from tumor masses or organs. A key aspect of their practice is interpreting Papanicolaou-stained smears, commonly known as the "Pap" test," from the female reproductive system. Their expertise is also applied to the diagnosis of cells from all different systems and areas of the human body. This makes them a valuable consultant to all medical specialists. Contact Dr. Diez to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Elsie Diez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Diez is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Bruce W. Carter Department Of Veterans Affairs Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Cytopathologist?
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Is Elsie Diez accepting new patients in San Juan, PR?
Yes, Dr. Elsie Diez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elsie Diez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Diez's office at (787) 293-6141 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elsie Diez?
Please contact Dr. Diez's office at (787) 293-6141 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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