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18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ontiveros, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Las Cruces, NM?
Dr. Kristy Ontiveros, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Las Cruces, NM with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Ontiveros graduated from University of New Mexico School of Medicine and completed her residency at Msu-Kalamazoo Ctr Med Stu, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Ontiveros is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ontiveros’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ontiveros’s office at (575) 522-8641.
Where did Dr. Ontiveros go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Msu-Kalamazoo Ctr Med Stu, Emergency Medicine
Medical School: University of New Mexico | University of New Mexico School of Medicine
Is Dr. Ontiveros board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Kristy Ontiveros, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ontiveros speak?
Dr. Ontiveros and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ontiveros typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ontiveros 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. Ontiveros. 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:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
- Sporadic Alzheimer's
- Alzheimer's in Older Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sarcopenia
- Age-related muscle loss
- Muscle weakness in older adults
- Progressive muscle loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6284: Sarcopenia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ontiveros typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ontiveros 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. Ontiveros. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Does Dr. Ontiveros accept my insurance?
Dr. Ontiveros accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (575) 522-8641 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ontiveros accept in Las Cruces, NM?
Dr. Ontiveros in Las Cruces, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Presbyterian Healthcare Services
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ontiveros' office located?
Dr. Kristy Ontiveros' Primary Practice
2450 S Telshor Blvd
Las Cruces, NM 88011
(575) 522-8641
What is Dr. Ontiveros's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ontiveros's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356473144.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ontiveros?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ontiveros
What is Dr. Kristy Ontiveros's specialty?
Dr. Ontiveros is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Las Cruces, NM.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Kristy Ontiveros affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ontiveros is affiliated with Three Crosses Regional Hospital, Memorial Medical Center - Las Cruces, Nm, Mountainview Regional Medical Center, The Hospitals Of Providence - Sierra Campus, Christus Health, University Medical Center Of El Paso 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 Kristy Ontiveros accepting new patients in Las Cruces, NM?
Yes, Dr. Kristy Ontiveros is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kristy Ontiveros offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ontiveros's office at (575) 522-8641 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kristy Ontiveros?
Please contact Dr. Ontiveros's office at (575) 522-8641 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kristy Ontiveros have?
Dr. Kristy Ontiveros is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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