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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Velez Garza, Endocrinologist in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Jorge Velez Garza, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX. Dr. Velez Garza is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Velez Garza’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Velez Garza’s office at (210) 358-5437.
What languages does Dr. Velez Garza speak?
Dr. Velez Garza and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Velez Garza typically treat?
As an Endocrinologist, Dr. Velez Garza 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. Velez Garza. 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 Chronic Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
Also known as:
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Carcinoma
- Malignant Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Gland Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland
What procedures does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Velez Garza typically perform?
As an Endocrinologist, Dr. Velez Garza 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. Velez Garza. 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:
- Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Ultrasound
- FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
- Image-Guided Biopsy
- Fine Needle Aspiration
- First Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion
Does Dr. Velez Garza accept my insurance?
Dr. Velez Garza accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 358-5437 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Velez Garza accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Velez Garza in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Bexar County Hospital District
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Texas
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Velez Garza's office located?
Dr. Jorge Velez Garza's Primary Practice
701 S Zarzamora St
San Antonio, TX 78207
(210) 358-5437
What is Dr. Velez Garza's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Velez Garza's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992017727.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Velez Garza?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Velez Garza
What is Dr. Jorge Velez Garza's specialty?
Dr. Velez Garza is a Endocrinologist near San Antonio, TX.
What does an Endocrinologist do?
An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues.
Is this Dr. Jorge Velez Garza affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Velez Garza is affiliated with University Hospital-San Antonio, Methodist Hospital - San Antonio, Christus Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline 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 Jorge Velez Garza accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Jorge Velez Garza is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jorge Velez Garza offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Velez Garza's office at (210) 358-5437 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jorge Velez Garza?
Please contact Dr. Velez Garza's office at (210) 358-5437 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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