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47 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Meruelo, Internist in Hialeah, FL?
Dr. Hector Meruelo, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Hialeah, FL. He has been practicing for over 47 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Meruelo graduated from Universidad De Salamanca, Facultad De Medicina and completed his residency at Mt Sinai Med Ctr Of Fl, Inc, Internal Medicine; Mt Sinai Med Ctr Of Fl, Inc, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Meruelo is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Meruelo’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Meruelo’s office at (305) 836-7377.
Where did Dr. Meruelo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mt Sinai Med Ctr Of Fl, Inc, Internal Medicine; Mt Sinai Med Ctr Of Fl, Inc, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Charity Hospital | CEME/Mount Sinai Medical Center Program
Medical School: University De Salamanca- Fac De Med- Salamanca- Spain | University of Salamanca College of Medicine | Universidad De Salamanca, Facultad De Medicina
Is Dr. Meruelo board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Hector Meruelo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Meruelo speak?
Dr. Meruelo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Meruelo treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Meruelo 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. Meruelo. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Type 2 Heart Attack
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
- Type 2 Myocardial Infarction
- Secondary Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
- I21A1: Myocardial infarction type 2
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Malaise
- Fatigue
- General discomfort
- Feeling unwell
- Unease
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5381: Other malaise
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
Also known as:
- Penicillin allergy
- Antibiotics
- Drug Reactions
- Penicillin hypersensitivity
- Adverse reaction to penicillin
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z880: Allergy status to penicillin
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
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Which procedures does Dr. Meruelo perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Hector Meruelo may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Meruelo's office.
Does Dr. Meruelo accept my insurance?
Dr. Meruelo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 836-7377 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Meruelo accept in Hialeah, FL?
Dr. Meruelo in Hialeah, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Doctors HealthCare Plans, Inc.
Express Scripts
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Meruelo's office located?
What is Dr. Meruelo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Meruelo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124197009.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Meruelo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Meruelo
What is Dr. Hector Meruelo's specialty?
Dr. Meruelo is a Internist near Hialeah, FL.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Meruelo to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Hector Meruelo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Meruelo is affiliated with Hialeah 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Hector Meruelo accepting new patients in Hialeah, FL?
Yes, Dr. Hector Meruelo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hector Meruelo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Meruelo's office at (305) 836-7377 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hector Meruelo?
Please contact Dr. Meruelo's office at (305) 836-7377 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Hector Meruelo have?
Dr. Hector Meruelo is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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