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37 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Vilasuso, Critical Care Internist in Miami, FL?
Dr. Alejandro Vilasuso, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Miami, FL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Vilasuso graduated from Ross University School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Miami/Jackson Mem Mc, Internal Medicine. Dr. Vilasuso is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vilasuso’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vilasuso’s office at (305) 661-9404.
Where did Dr. Vilasuso go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Miami/Jackson Mem Mc, Internal Medicine | University of Miami Miller School of Medicine/Holy Cross Hospital Program
Medical School: Ross Univ- Sch Of Med & Vet Med- Roseau- Dominica | Ross University School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Vilasuso board certified in Critical Care Internist?
Yes, Dr. Alejandro Vilasuso, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Vilasuso speak?
Dr. Vilasuso and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Vilasuso treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Vilasuso 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. Vilasuso. 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
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Urgency
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure Urgency
- Urgent High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
- I160: Hypertensive urgency
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
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:
- Low Blood Pressure
- Hypotension
- Blood Pressure Drop
- Fainting Spells
ICD-10 Codes:
- I959: Hypotension, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sudden Cardiac Arrest
- Heart stops beating
- Cardiopulmonary arrest
ICD-10 Codes:
- I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Which procedures does Dr. Vilasuso perform as a Critical Care Internist?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Alejandro Vilasuso may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Vilasuso's office.
Does Dr. Vilasuso accept my insurance?
Dr. Vilasuso accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 661-9404 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vilasuso accept in Miami, FL?
Dr. Vilasuso 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
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Doctors HealthCare Plans, Inc.
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
United American / Torchmark
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Vilasuso's office located?
Dr. Alejandro Vilasuso's Primary Practice
8900 N Kendall Dr
Miami, FL 33176
(305) 661-9404
What is Dr. Vilasuso's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vilasuso's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063571909.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vilasuso?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vilasuso
What is Dr. Alejandro Vilasuso's specialty?
Dr. Vilasuso is a Critical Care Internist near Miami, FL. An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Vilasuso to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alejandro Vilasuso affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Vilasuso is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: UHealth Tower, HCA Florida Mercy Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Critical Care Internist?
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Is Alejandro Vilasuso accepting new patients in Miami, FL?
Yes, Dr. Alejandro Vilasuso is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alejandro Vilasuso offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vilasuso's office at (305) 661-9404 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alejandro Vilasuso?
Please contact Dr. Vilasuso's office at (305) 661-9404 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alejandro Vilasuso have?
Dr. Alejandro Vilasuso is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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