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20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Velasquez, Internist in Petaluma, CA?
Dr. Lisa Velasquez, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Petaluma, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Velasquez graduated from Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine. Dr. Velasquez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Velasquez’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Velasquez’s office at (707) 765-3900.
Where did Dr. Velasquez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine | University of California
Is Dr. Velasquez board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Lisa Velasquez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Velasquez speak?
Dr. Velasquez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Velasquez typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Velasquez typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Lisa 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
Please contact Dr. Velasquez's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Velasquez accept my insurance?
Dr. Velasquez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (707) 765-3900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Velasquez accept in Petaluma, CA?
Dr. Velasquez in Petaluma, 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
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Velasquez's office located?
Dr. Lisa Velasquez's Primary Practice
3900 Lakeville Hwy
Petaluma, CA 94954
(707) 765-3900
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 1396895199.
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. Lisa Velasquez's specialty?
Dr. Velasquez is a Internist near Petaluma, CA.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Lisa Velasquez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Velasquez is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Rafael Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Santa Rosa Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente South San Francisco Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Lisa Velasquez accepting new patients in Petaluma, CA?
Yes, Dr. Lisa Velasquez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lisa Velasquez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Velasquez's office at (707) 765-3900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lisa Velasquez?
Please contact Dr. Velasquez's office at (707) 765-3900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lisa Velasquez have?
Dr. Lisa Velasquez is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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