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Dr. Javier Salazar, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Alamogordo, NM

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Salazar, Family Medicine Specialist in Alamogordo, NM?

    Dr. Javier Salazar, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Alamogordo, NM. Dr. Salazar graduated from Ross University School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Memorial Medical Center (Las Cruces) Program. Dr. Salazar is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Salazar’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Salazar’s office at (575) 443-8133.

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

    • Residency: Memorial Medical Center (Las Cruces) Program

    • Medical School: Ross University School Of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Salazar speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Salazar typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Salazar 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. Salazar. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Foot
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Foot Wound
    • Foot Sore from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Salazar typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Javier Salazar may include:

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

    Does Dr. Salazar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Salazar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (575) 443-8133 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Salazar accept in Alamogordo, NM?

    Dr. Salazar in Alamogordo, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Presbyterian Healthcare Services

    • State of New Mexico

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Salazar's office located?

    Dr. Javier Salazar's Primary Practice

    2150 Highway 54 S

    Alamogordo, NM 88310

    (575) 443-8133

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

    Dr. Salazar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477865764.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Salazar?

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

    What is Dr. Javier Salazar's specialty?

    Dr. Salazar is a Family Medicine Specialist near Alamogordo, NM.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Javier Salazar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Salazar is affiliated with Christus Health, Lincoln County Medical Center, William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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. Javier Salazar accepting new patients in Alamogordo, NM?

    Yes, Dr. Javier Salazar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Javier Salazar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Salazar's office at (575) 443-8133 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Javier Salazar?

    Please contact Dr. Salazar's office at (575) 443-8133 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Salazar's office located?

    Dr. Salazar's office is located in Alamogordo, NM.