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Who is Dr. Velasquez, Internist in Hickory, NC?
Dr. Indira Velasquez, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Hickory, NC with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Velasquez graduated from Instituto TecnolÛgico de Santo Domingo (INTEC) Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud. Dr. Velasquez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Velasquez’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Velasquez’s office at (252) 399-7410.
Where did Dr. Velasquez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Instituto Tecnologico De Santo Domingo (Intec), Facultad De Ciencias De La Salud | Instituto TecnolÛgico de Santo Domingo (INTEC) Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud
Is Dr. Velasquez board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Indira Velasquez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Velasquez speak?
Dr. Velasquez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Velasquez treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Velasquez 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. Velasquez. 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:
- 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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Low Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Potassium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
- Hypokalemia
- Potassium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
- E876: Hypokalemia
Also known as:
- Acute Bladder Infection
- Urinary Tract Infection
- Bladder Disease
- Acute Cystitis
- Sudden Bladder Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Hypertensive Urgency
- High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure Urgency
- Urgent High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I160: Hypertensive urgency
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:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 1
- Type 1 diabetes
- Juvenile Diabetes with DKA
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes with Diabetic Acidosis
- Type 1 Diabetes and Ketones
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1010: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma
Which procedures does Dr. Velasquez perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Indira Velasquez 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. Velasquez's office.
Does Dr. Velasquez accept my insurance?
Dr. Velasquez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (252) 399-7410 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Velasquez accept in Hickory, NC?
Dr. Velasquez in Hickory, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
FirstCarolinaCare
Humana
Medcost Preferred
Medicare
State of North Carolina
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Velasquez's office located?
Dr. Indira Velasquez's Primary Practice
415 N Center St Ste 203
Hickory, NC 28601
(252) 399-7410
What is Dr. Velasquez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Velasquez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245484211.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Velasquez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Velasquez
What is Dr. Indira Velasquez's specialty?
Dr. Velasquez is a Internist near Hickory, NC.
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. Velasquez to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Indira Velasquez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Velasquez is affiliated with Central Carolina 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 Indira Velasquez accepting new patients in Hickory, NC?
Yes, Dr. Indira Velasquez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Indira Velasquez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Velasquez's office at (252) 399-7410 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Indira Velasquez?
Please contact Dr. Velasquez's office at (252) 399-7410 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Indira Velasquez have?
Dr. Indira Velasquez is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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