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Who is Dr. Vasquez-Duarte, Physiatrist in Miami, FL?
Dr. Ricardo Vasquez-Duarte, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Miami, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Vasquez-Duarte graduated from University of Puerto Rico, School of Medicine. Dr. Vasquez-Duarte is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vasquez-Duarte’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vasquez-Duarte’s office at (305) 677-3541.
Where did Dr. Vasquez-Duarte go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Puerto Rico, School of Medicine
Is Dr. Vasquez-Duarte board certified as a Physiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Ricardo Vasquez-Duarte, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
What languages does Dr. Vasquez-Duarte speak?
Dr. Vasquez-Duarte and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Vasquez-Duarte typically treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Vasquez-Duarte 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. Vasquez-Duarte. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Walking and Mobility Problems
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Trouble Moving
- Mobility Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R269: Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Malaise
- Fatigue
- General discomfort
- Feeling unwell
- Unease
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5381: Other malaise
Also known as:
- Lack of Coordination
- Movement Disorder
- Clumsiness
- Ataxia
- Coordination Problems
- Unsteady Movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R278: Other lack of coordination
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Vasquez-Duarte typically perform?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Ricardo Vasquez-Duarte may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
Please contact Dr. Vasquez-Duarte's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Vasquez-Duarte accept my insurance?
Dr. Vasquez-Duarte accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 677-3541 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vasquez-Duarte accept in Miami, FL?
Dr. Vasquez-Duarte in Miami, 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
Medicare
Sentara Health
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Where is Dr. Vasquez-Duarte's office located?
Dr. Ricardo Vasquez-Duarte's Primary Practice
47 NW 32nd Pl
Miami, FL 33125
(305) 677-3541
What is Dr. Vasquez-Duarte's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vasquez-Duarte's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114172673.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vasquez-Duarte?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vasquez-Duarte
What is Dr. Ricardo Vasquez-Duarte's specialty?
Dr. Vasquez-Duarte is a Physiatrist near Miami, FL.
What does a Physiatrist do?
Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.
Is this Dr. Ricardo Vasquez-Duarte affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vasquez-Duarte is affiliated with Jackson South Medical Center, Hca Florida Mercy 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
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Is Ricardo Vasquez-Duarte accepting new patients in Miami, FL?
Yes, Dr. Ricardo Vasquez-Duarte is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ricardo Vasquez-Duarte offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vasquez-Duarte's office at (305) 677-3541 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ricardo Vasquez-Duarte?
Please contact Dr. Vasquez-Duarte's office at (305) 677-3541 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ricardo Vasquez-Duarte have?
Dr. Ricardo Vasquez-Duarte is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
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