Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ramirez Valderrama, Surgeon in St Petersburg, FL?
Dr. Alexander Ramirez Valderrama, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in St Petersburg, FL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Ramirez Valderrama graduated from Universidad de Cartagena Facultad de Medicina. Dr. Ramirez Valderrama is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ramirez Valderrama’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ramirez Valderrama’s office at (727) 893-6550.
Where did Dr. Ramirez Valderrama go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Universidad de Cartagena Facultad de Medicina
What languages does Dr. Ramirez Valderrama speak?
Dr. Ramirez Valderrama and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Ramirez Valderrama typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Ramirez Valderrama 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. Ramirez Valderrama. 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:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Bariatric Surgery Status
- Weight Loss Surgery
- Weight-loss (Metabolic & Bariatric) Surgery
- Weight Loss Surgery History
- Gastric Bypass Status
- Sleeve Gastrectomy Status
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9884: Bariatric surgery status
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Ramirez Valderrama typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Ramirez Valderrama 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. Ramirez Valderrama. 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:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Does Dr. Ramirez Valderrama accept my insurance?
Dr. Ramirez Valderrama accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (727) 893-6550 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ramirez Valderrama accept in St Petersburg, FL?
Dr. Ramirez Valderrama in St Petersburg, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Ramirez Valderrama's office located?
Dr. Alexander Ramirez Valderrama's Primary Practice
601 7th St S
St Petersburg, FL 33701
(727) 893-6550
Dr. Alexander Ramirez Valderrama's Practice 2
1609 Pasadena Ave S Ste 3M
South Pasadena, FL 33707
What is Dr. Ramirez Valderrama's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ramirez Valderrama's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710120183.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ramirez Valderrama?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ramirez Valderrama
What is Dr. Alexander Ramirez Valderrama's specialty?
Dr. Ramirez Valderrama is a Surgeon near St Petersburg, FL.
What does a Surgeon do?
General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.
Is this Dr. Alexander Ramirez Valderrama affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ramirez Valderrama is affiliated with Orlando Health Bayfront Hospital 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
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Is Alexander Ramirez Valderrama accepting new patients in St Petersburg, FL?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Ramirez Valderrama is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexander Ramirez Valderrama offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ramirez Valderrama's office at (727) 893-6550 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexander Ramirez Valderrama?
Please contact Dr. Ramirez Valderrama's office at (727) 893-6550 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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