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28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Velazquez, Family Medicine Specialist in El Centro, CA?
Dr. Juan Velazquez, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in El Centro, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 28 years. Dr. Velazquez graduated from Ponce School of Medicine and Health Sciences and completed his residency at Seton Hall U Sch Grad Med Ed, Internal Medicine. Dr. Velazquez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Velazquez’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Velazquez’s office at (760) 344-6471.
Where did Dr. Velazquez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Seton Hall U Sch Grad Med Ed, Internal Medicine | Seton Hall University School Grad Med Ed | Seton Hall University School of Health and Medical Sciences Program
Medical School: Ponce Sch of Med, Ponce Pr | Ponce Med School | Ponce School of Medicine and Health Sciences
What languages does Dr. Velazquez speak?
Dr. Velazquez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Velazquez typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Velazquez 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. Velazquez. 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
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
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:
- Other General Symptoms
- Non-specific health complaints
- Various symptoms
- Unexplained health issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6889: Other general symptoms and signs
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Body Weight
- Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- High Body Mass Index
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult
Also known as:
- Overweight
- Body Weight
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Weight
- Weight Management Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6829: Body mass index [BMI] 29.0-29.9, adult
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Velazquez typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Juan Velazquez may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Velazquez's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Velazquez accept my insurance?
Dr. Velazquez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 344-6471 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Velazquez accept in El Centro, CA?
Dr. Velazquez in El Centro, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Central Health
Imperial Health Holdings
Inland Empire Health Plan
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Velazquez's office located?
Dr. Juan Velazquez's Primary Practice
1590 S Imperial Ave
El Centro, CA 92243
(760) 344-6471
What is Dr. Velazquez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Velazquez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497812895.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Velazquez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Velazquez
What is Dr. Juan Velazquez's specialty?
Dr. Velazquez is a Family Medicine Specialist near El Centro, CA.
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 this Dr. Juan Velazquez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Velazquez is affiliated with Eisenhower Health Main Campus 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Juan Velazquez accepting new patients in El Centro, CA?
Yes, Dr. Juan Velazquez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Juan Velazquez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Velazquez's office at (760) 344-6471 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Juan Velazquez?
Please contact Dr. Velazquez's office at (760) 344-6471 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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