MD
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. De La Fuente, Neurologist in Miami, FL?
Dr. Macarena De La Fuente, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Miami, FL with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. De La Fuente completed her residency at FLENI. Dr. De La Fuente is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. De La Fuente’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. De La Fuente’s office at (305) 243-3000.
Where did Dr. De La Fuente go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Residency: FLENI
Medical School: Universidad Nacional de La Plata, Facultad de Medicin
What languages does Dr. De La Fuente speak?
Dr. De La Fuente and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. De La Fuente treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. De La Fuente 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. De La Fuente. 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:
- Brain Tumor
- Cerebral Brain Tumor
- Frontal Lobe Brain Tumor
- Brain Tumor of the Temporal Lobe
- Brain Cancer
- Cerebral Tumor
- Intracranial Tumor
- Malignant Brain Tumor
- Cerebrum Cancer
- Frontal Lobe Cancer
- Malignant Frontal Lobe Tumor
- Temporal Lobe Cancer
- Malignant Temporal Lobe Neoplasm
ICD-10 Codes:
- C719: Malignant neoplasm of brain, unspecified
- C710: Malignant neoplasm of cerebrum, except lobes and ventricles
- C711: Malignant neoplasm of frontal lobe
- C712: Malignant neoplasm of temporal lobe
Also known as:
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Brain Growth of Unknown Type
- Growth of Unknown Type in the Brain Meninges
- Brain Disease
- Brain tumor of unknown nature
- Brain lesion of unknown behavior
- Indeterminate brain mass
- Indeterminate cerebral meninges mass
- Brain lining tumor of unknown nature
- Cerebral meningeal neoplasm of uncertain behavior
ICD-10 Codes:
- D496: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of brain
- D420: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of cerebral meninges
Also known as:
- Benign Meningioma
- Benign Tumor
- Non-cancerous brain or spinal lining tumor
- Meningeal tumor
- Brain membrane tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D329: Benign neoplasm of meninges, unspecified
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Benign Meningioma
- Benign Tumor
- Brain Disease
- Non-cancerous brain lining tumor
- Brain membrane tumor
- Cerebral meningeal tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D320: Benign neoplasm of cerebral meninges
Also known as:
- Hemiplegia (Right Dominant Side)
- Paralysis
- Right-sided paralysis
- Right dominant hemiplegia
- Weakness on right side
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8191: Hemiplegia, unspecified affecting right dominant side
Which procedures does Dr. De La Fuente perform as a Neurologist?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Macarena De La Fuente may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
For detailed information, please contact Dr. De La Fuente's office.
Does Dr. De La Fuente accept my insurance?
Dr. De La Fuente accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 243-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. De La Fuente accept in Miami, FL?
Dr. De La Fuente in Miami, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CareCentrix
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. De La Fuente's office located?
Dr. Macarena De La Fuente's Primary Practice
1400 NW 12th Ave Bldg 4TH Fl 4
Miami, FL 33136
(305) 243-3000
Dr. Macarena De La Fuente's Practice 3
4800 NE 20th Ter Ste 201
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
What is Dr. De La Fuente's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. De La Fuente's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952686388.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. De La Fuente?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. De La Fuente
What is Dr. Macarena De La Fuente's specialty?
Dr. De La Fuente is a Neurologist near Miami, FL.
A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.
Contact Dr. De La Fuente to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Macarena De La Fuente affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. De La Fuente is affiliated with Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center 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
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Is Macarena De La Fuente accepting new patients in Miami, FL?
Yes, Dr. Macarena De La Fuente is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Macarena De La Fuente offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. De La Fuente's office at (305) 243-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Macarena De La Fuente?
Please contact Dr. De La Fuente's office at (305) 243-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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