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Dr. Catalina Vazquez

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Norwalk, CT

18 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Vazquez, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Norwalk, CT?

    Dr. Catalina Vazquez is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Norwalk, CT with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Vazquez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vazquez’s office at (718) 470-7001.

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

      Is Dr. Vazquez board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

      Yes, Dr. Catalina Vazquez is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

      What languages does Dr. Vazquez speak?

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

      • English
      • Spanish

      What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Vazquez typically treat?

      As an 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.

      Also known as:

      • Common Cold
      • Upper Respiratory Infection
      • Head Cold
      • Cold Symptoms

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

      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:

      • Sore Throat
      • Acute pharyngitis
      • Throat inflammation
      • Acute throat infection

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

      Also known as:

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

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

      Also known as:

      • Type 2 Diabetes
      • Diabetes Type 2
      • Type 2 diabetes
      • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
      • Adult-Onset Diabetes
      • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

      Also known as:

      • High Cholesterol
      • Cholesterol
      • Hypercholesterolemia
      • High blood cholesterol
      • Elevated cholesterol

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

      Also known as:

      • Viral Infection Exposure
      • Viral Infection
      • Viral Disease Contact
      • Suspected Viral Infection
      • Exposure to Viruses

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z20828: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other viral communicable diseases

      Also known as:

      • Acute Vaginal Inflammation
      • Vaginitis
      • Acute Vaginitis
      • Sudden Vaginal Infection
      • Vaginal Irritation

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • N760: Acute vaginitis

      Also known as:

      • Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
      • Health Screening
      • STD screening
      • Sexual health check
      • Venereal disease test

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission

      What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Vazquez typically perform?

      As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Catalina Vazquez may include:

      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) 470-7001 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

      What insurance plans does Dr. Vazquez accept in Norwalk, CT?

      Dr. Vazquez in Norwalk, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

      Top Insurances

      • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

      • Elderplan

      • Healthfirst New York

      • MedStar Health

      • UnitedHealth Group

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      Where is Dr. Vazquez's office located?

      Dr. Catalina Vazquez's Primary Practice

      506 Westport Ave

      Norwalk, CT 06851

      (718) 470-7001

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      Lijmc - Dept Of Emergency Medicine

      27005 76th Ave

      New Hyde Park, NY 11040

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      Dr. Catalina Vazquez's Practice 3

      369 White Plains Rd

      Eastchester, NY 10709

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      What is Dr. Vazquez's NPI number?A 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 1932232832.

      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. Catalina Vazquez's specialty?

      Dr. Vazquez is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Norwalk, CT.

      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 Dr. Catalina Vazquez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

      No, Dr. Vazquez is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

      When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

      Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

      Is Dr. Catalina Vazquez accepting new patients in Norwalk, CT?

      Yes, Dr. Catalina Vazquez is accepting new patients at this time.

      Does Dr. Catalina Vazquez offer online booking?

      Please contact Dr. Vazquez's office at (718) 470-7001 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

      How can I make an appointment with Dr. Catalina Vazquez?

      Please contact Dr. Vazquez's office at (718) 470-7001 to schedule an appointment.

      Where is Dr. Vazquez's office located?

      Dr. Vazquez's offices are located in Norwalk, CT, New Hyde Park, NY, and Eastchester, NY.

      Which board certifications does Dr. Catalina Vazquez have?

      Dr. Catalina Vazquez is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.