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Dr. Gerardo Vazquez, MD

El Paso, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Vazquez, Family Medicine Specialist in El Paso, TX?

    Dr. Gerardo Vazquez, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in El Paso, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Vazquez graduated from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine and completed his residency at Texas Tech University (Amarillo) Health Sciences Center Program. Dr. Vazquez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vazquez’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vazquez’s office at (915) 215-5500.

    Where did Dr. Vazquez go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Texas Tech University (Amarillo) Health Sciences Center Program

    • Medical School: Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Vazquez speak?

    Dr. Vazquez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Vazquez typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Vazquez 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. Vazquez. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Disease
    • Heart and Kidney Problems from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
    • I1310: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease without heart failure, with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • General Counseling Services
    • Personal Counseling
    • Life Coaching
    • Support Services

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7189: Other specified counseling

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Vazquez typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Vazquez 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. Vazquez. 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:

    • Knee Arthrography Injection
    • Diagnostic Imaging
    • Contrast Injection for Knee MRI
    • Knee Joint Contrast Injection
    • Arthrography of the Knee

    CPT Codes:

    • 27369: Injection procedure for contrast knee arthrography or contrast enhanced CT/MRI knee arthrography

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Does Dr. Vazquez accept my insurance?

    Dr. Vazquez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (915) 215-5500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Vazquez accept in El Paso, TX?

    Dr. Vazquez in El Paso, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • El Paso County Hospital District

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Oscar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Vazquez's office located?

    Dr. Gerardo Vazquez's Primary Practice

    9849 Kenworthy St

    El Paso, TX 79924

    (915) 215-5500

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    Dr. Gerardo Vazquez's Practice 2

    106 Mesa Park Dr Ste 200

    El Paso, TX 79912

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    Dr. Gerardo Vazquez's Practice 3

    4758 Loma del Sur Dr # A

    El Paso, TX 79934

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    What is Dr. Vazquez's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Vazquez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548588833.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vazquez?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vazquez

    What is Dr. Gerardo Vazquez's specialty?

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Gerardo Vazquez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Vazquez is affiliated with University Medical Center Of El Paso, The Hospitals Of Providence - Sierra Campus, The Hospitals Of Providence - Memorial Campus, The Hospitals Of Providence - East Campus 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Gerardo Vazquez accepting new patients in El Paso, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Gerardo Vazquez is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gerardo Vazquez offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Vazquez's office at (915) 215-5500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Gerardo Vazquez?

    Please contact Dr. Vazquez's office at (915) 215-5500 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Vazquez's office located?

    Dr. Vazquez's office is located in El Paso, TX.