27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Diaz, Critical Care Surgeon in Tampa, FL?
Dr. Jose Diaz, MD is a Critical Care Surgeon, who primarily practices in Tampa, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Diaz graduated from University of Texas Medical School, Houston and completed his residency at Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Surgery Critical Care-Surgery; Huron Hosp -Cleveland Clinic, General Surgery; Univ Of Ky Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Diaz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Diaz’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Diaz’s office at (410) 328-4124.
Where did Dr. Diaz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Surgery Critical Care-Surgery; Huron Hosp -Cleveland Clinic, General Surgery; Univ Of Ky Hosp, General Surgery | Cleveland Clin/Huron Hosp | University of Kentucky
Medical School: U of Tx Med Sch At Houston, Houston Tx | University of Texas Medical School, Houston | University of Texas Medical School, Houston
Is Dr. Diaz board certified in Critical Care Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Jose Diaz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Diaz speak?
Dr. Diaz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Diaz treat?
As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Diaz 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. Diaz. 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:
- Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
- Stomach surgery aftercare
- Bowel surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Also known as:
- Ventral Hernia
- Hernia
- Abdominal Wall Hernia
- Epigastric Hernia
- Spigelian Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K439: Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Multiple Broken Ribs
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Multiple Rib Fractures
- Rib Cage Fracture
- Broken Ribs
ICD-10 Codes:
- S2242XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Anemia from Sudden Blood Loss
- Anemia
- Acute Blood Loss Anemia
- Post-Hemorrhagic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D62: Acute posthemorrhagic anemia
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Injury
- Wounds and Injuries
- Trauma
- Bodily Harm
- Accidental Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- T1490: Injury, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Traumatic Collapsed Lung
- Pleural Disorder
- Traumatic Air in Chest
- Traumatic Pneumothorax
- Injured Collapsed Lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- S270XXA: Traumatic pneumothorax, initial encounter
Which procedures does Dr. Diaz perform as a Critical Care Surgeon?
As a Critical Care Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Jose Diaz may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Diaz's office.
Does Dr. Diaz accept my insurance?
Dr. Diaz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 328-4124 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Diaz accept in Tampa, FL?
Dr. Diaz in Tampa, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Diaz's office located?
What is Dr. Diaz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Diaz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144304262.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Diaz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Diaz
What is Dr. Jose Diaz's specialty?
Dr. Diaz is a Critical Care Surgeon near Tampa, FL. A surgeon specializing in critical care medicine is an expert in managing critically ill and postoperative patients, particularly trauma victims. They are responsible to diagnose, treat, and support patients with multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to clinical care, these specialists may oversee the administration of intensive care units and coordinate patient care between the primary physician, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Diaz to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Jose Diaz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Diaz is affiliated with Tampa General Hospital 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 Jose Diaz accepting new patients in Tampa, FL?
Yes, Dr. Jose Diaz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jose Diaz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Diaz's office at (410) 328-4124 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jose Diaz?
Please contact Dr. Diaz's office at (410) 328-4124 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jose Diaz have?
Dr. Jose Diaz is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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