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Dr. Alejandro Vilasuso, MD

Critical Care Internist, Internist

Miami, FL

37 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    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. 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 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 as a 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 a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Vilasuso typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    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

    What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Vilasuso typically perform?

    As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Alejandro Vilasuso may include:

    Please contact Dr. Vilasuso's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    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

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Doctors Healthcare Plans

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Globe Life

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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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

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    Dr. Alejandro Vilasuso's Practice 2

    9555 SW 162nd Ave

    Miami, FL 33196

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    What hospitals are Dr. Vilasuso affiliated with?

    Dr. Vilasuso has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    UHealth Tower,Miami, FL
    HCA Florida Mercy Hospital,Miami, FL

    What is Dr. Vilasuso's NPI number?A 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.

    What does a Critical Care Internist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Alejandro Vilasuso affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. 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

    When to see a Critical Care Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Critical Care Internist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. 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 Dr. Alejandro Vilasuso?

    Please contact Dr. Vilasuso's office at (305) 661-9404 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Vilasuso's office located?

    Dr. Vilasuso's office is located in Miami, FL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Alejandro Vilasuso have?

    Dr. Alejandro Vilasuso is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.