32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Velasquez, Internist in Wooster, OH?
Dr. Victor Velasquez, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Wooster, OH. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Velasquez graduated from University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery and completed his residency at R W Johnson Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Velasquez is fluent in English, Filipino, and Pilipino, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Velasquez’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Velasquez’s office at (330) 287-4850.
Where did Dr. Velasquez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: R W Johnson Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine | Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Program
Medical School: University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery
Is Dr. Velasquez board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Victor Velasquez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Velasquez speak?
Dr. Velasquez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Filipino
Pilipino
What conditions does Dr. Velasquez treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Velasquez 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. Velasquez. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Other Mental Health Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Mental Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
- Behavioral Disorder Screening
- Psychological Evaluation
- Mental Wellness Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
- Z1339: Encounter for screening examination for other mental health and behavioral disorders
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
- Diabetic nerve damage
- Diabetes-related nerve pain
- Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Other High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Other hyperlipidemia
- Other high lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
- E7849: Other hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- High Blood Pressure
- CKD Stage 3a
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Fasting Blood Sugar
- Blood Glucose
- Impaired Fasting Glucose
- Prediabetes (Fasting)
- Borderline Diabetes (Fasting)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7301: Impaired fasting glucose
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
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
Which procedures does Dr. Velasquez perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Victor Velasquez may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Velasquez's office.
Does Dr. Velasquez accept my insurance?
Dr. Velasquez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (330) 287-4850 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Velasquez accept in Wooster, OH?
Dr. Velasquez in Wooster, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
AultCare
CareSource
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medical Mutual
Medicare
State of Ohio
SummaCare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Velasquez's office located?
Dr. Victor Velasquez's Primary Practice
1740 Cleveland Rd
Wooster, OH 44691
(330) 287-4850
What is Dr. Velasquez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Velasquez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497802458.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Velasquez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Velasquez
What is Dr. Victor Velasquez's specialty?
Dr. Velasquez is a Internist near Wooster, OH.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Velasquez to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Victor Velasquez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Velasquez is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Wooster Community Hospital, Cleveland Clinic Akron General, Medina Hospital, Cleveland Clinic Mercy 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Victor Velasquez accepting new patients in Wooster, OH?
Yes, Dr. Victor Velasquez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Victor Velasquez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Velasquez's office at (330) 287-4850 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Victor Velasquez?
Please contact Dr. Velasquez's office at (330) 287-4850 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Victor Velasquez have?
Dr. Victor Velasquez is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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