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Dr. Bernice Acevedo, MD

Miami, FL

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Acevedo, Nephrologist in Miami, FL?

    Dr. Bernice Acevedo, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Miami, FL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Acevedo graduated from University of Puerto Rico, School of Medicine and completed her residency at Jackson Memorial Hospital/Jackson Health System Program. Dr. Acevedo is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Acevedo’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Acevedo’s office at (305) 273-9377.

    Where did Dr. Acevedo go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Jackson Memorial Hospital/Jackson Health System Program

    • Medical School: University of Puerto Rico, School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Acevedo speak?

    Dr. Acevedo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Acevedo treat?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Acevedo 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. Acevedo. 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:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure
    • CKD Stage 3a
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 4
    • Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3b
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 5
    • End-Stage Renal Disease
    • CKD Stage 2
    • Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
    • N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
    • N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
    • N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
    • N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
    • N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Acute Kidney Failure
    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Other Acute Renal Failure
    • Other Sudden Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N178: Other acute kidney failure
    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Sodium Levels
    • High Potassium
    • Fluid Overload
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Sodium
    • Potassium
    • Hyponatremia
    • Low Blood Sodium
    • Sodium Deficiency
    • Hyperkalemia
    • Excess Potassium
    • Excess Fluid
    • Water Retention

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
    • E875: Hyperkalemia
    • E8770: Fluid overload, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Protein in Urine
    • Urine and Urination
    • Proteinuria
    • Albuminuria
    • Foamy urine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R809: Proteinuria, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Failure and End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome with Heart Failure
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I132: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and with stage 5 chronic kidney disease, or end stage renal disease

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    Which procedures does Dr. Acevedo perform as a Nephrologist?

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Bernice Acevedo may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Acevedo's office.

    Does Dr. Acevedo accept my insurance?

    Dr. Acevedo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 273-9377 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Acevedo accept in Miami, FL?

    Dr. Acevedo in Miami, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • AvMed Health Plan

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Doctors HealthCare Plans, Inc.

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Acevedo's office located?

    Dr. Bernice Acevedo's Primary Practice

    9193 Sunset Dr Ste 200

    Miami, FL 33173

    (305) 273-9377

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    Dr. Bernice Acevedo's Practice 2

    9193 SW 72nd St Ste 200

    Miami, FL 33173

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    What is Dr. Acevedo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Acevedo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801117726.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Acevedo?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Acevedo

    What is Dr. Bernice Acevedo's specialty?

    Dr. Acevedo is a Nephrologist near Miami, FL. An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation. Contact Dr. Acevedo to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Bernice Acevedo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Acevedo is affiliated with Baptist Hospital of Miami, West Kendall Baptist Hospital, Baptist Health South Miami Hospital, Jackson South Medical Center, Homestead 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 Bernice Acevedo accepting new patients in Miami, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Bernice Acevedo is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Bernice Acevedo offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Acevedo's office at (305) 273-9377 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Bernice Acevedo?

    Please contact Dr. Acevedo's office at (305) 273-9377 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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