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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Urueta, Hospitalist in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Wilfrido Urueta, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ. He is board certified. Dr. Urueta is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Urueta’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Urueta’s office.
Is Dr. Urueta board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Wilfrido Urueta, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Urueta speak?
Dr. Urueta and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Urueta typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Urueta 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. Urueta. 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 Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, 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:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Urueta typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Wilfrido Urueta may include:
Please contact Dr. Urueta's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Urueta accept my insurance?
Dr. Urueta accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Urueta accept in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Urueta in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Capital Blue Cross
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Humana
Medicare
Mercy Care
State of Arizona
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Urueta's office located?
What is Dr. Urueta's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Urueta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548311350.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Urueta?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Urueta
What is Dr. Wilfrido Urueta's specialty?
Dr. Urueta is a Hospitalist near Tucson, AZ.
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. Wilfrido Urueta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Urueta is affiliated with Northwest Medical Center - Tucson, Az, Banner Thunderbird Medical Center, Honorhealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center, Banner Baywood Medical Center, Abrazo Central Campus, Honorhealth Deer Valley 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 a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Wilfrido Urueta accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Wilfrido Urueta is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Wilfrido Urueta offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Urueta's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Wilfrido Urueta?
Please contact Dr. Urueta's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Wilfrido Urueta have?
Dr. Wilfrido Urueta is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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6200 N La Cholla Blvd
Tucson, AZ 85741