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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Velazquez Vazquez, Hospitalist in Milwaukee, WI?
Dr. Fernando Velazquez Vazquez, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Milwaukee, WI with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Velazquez Vazquez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Velazquez Vazquez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Velazquez Vazquez’s office at (920) 288-8000.
What languages does Dr. Velazquez Vazquez speak?
Dr. Velazquez Vazquez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Velazquez Vazquez typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Velazquez 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. Velazquez 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Velazquez Vazquez typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Fernando Velazquez Vazquez may include:
Please contact Dr. Velazquez Vazquez's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Velazquez Vazquez accept my insurance?
Dr. Velazquez Vazquez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (920) 288-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Velazquez Vazquez accept in Milwaukee, WI?
Dr. Velazquez Vazquez in Milwaukee, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Broward Health
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Jefferson Health
Medicare
State of Wisconsin
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Velazquez Vazquez's office located?
Dr. Fernando Velazquez Vazquez's Primary Practice
5000 W Chambers St
Milwaukee, WI 53210
(920) 288-8000
What is Dr. Velazquez Vazquez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Velazquez Vazquez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699184671.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Velazquez Vazquez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Velazquez Vazquez
What is Dr. Fernando Velazquez Vazquez's specialty?
Dr. Velazquez Vazquez is a Hospitalist near Milwaukee, WI.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Fernando Velazquez Vazquez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Velazquez Vazquez is affiliated with Thedacare Regional Medical Center-Appleton, Aspirus Wausau Hospital, Thedacare Regional Medical Center-Neenah, Ascension Columbia St. Mary's - Women's Medical Center, Ascension Ne Wisconsin - St. Elizabeth Campus, Aspirus Stevens Point Hospital 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
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Is Fernando Velazquez Vazquez accepting new patients in Milwaukee, WI?
Yes, Dr. Fernando Velazquez Vazquez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Fernando Velazquez Vazquez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Velazquez Vazquez's office at (920) 288-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Fernando Velazquez Vazquez?
Please contact Dr. Velazquez Vazquez's office at (920) 288-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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