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Who is Dr. Alvarez Retamales, Nephrologist in Tallahassee, FL?
Dr. Violeta Alvarez Retamales is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Tallahassee, FL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Alvarez Retamales is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alvarez Retamales’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alvarez Retamales’s office at (904) 244-0411.
What languages does Dr. Alvarez Retamales speak?
Dr. Alvarez Retamales and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Alvarez Retamales treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Alvarez Retamales 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. Alvarez Retamales. 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 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- 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 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- 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
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
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:
- Low Sodium Levels
- High Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Potassium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
- Hyperkalemia
- Excess Potassium
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
- E875: Hyperkalemia
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:
- Acute Kidney Failure with Tubule Damage
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Tubular Necrosis
- ATN
- Kidney Tubule Death
ICD-10 Codes:
- N170: Acute kidney failure with tubular necrosis
Which procedures does Dr. Alvarez Retamales perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Violeta Alvarez Retamales may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Alvarez Retamales' office.
Does Dr. Alvarez Retamales accept my insurance?
Dr. Alvarez Retamales accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (904) 244-0411 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alvarez Retamales accept in Tallahassee, FL?
Dr. Alvarez Retamales in Tallahassee, 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
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Passport Health Plan
State of Tennessee
United Mine Workers of America
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Alvarez Retamales' office located?
Dr. Violeta Alvarez Retamales' Primary Practice
2626 Capital Medical Blvd
Tallahassee, FL 32308
(904) 244-0411
What is Dr. Alvarez Retamales's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alvarez Retamales's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013401090.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alvarez Retamales?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alvarez Retamales
What is Dr. Violeta Alvarez Retamales's specialty?
Dr. Alvarez Retamales is a Nephrologist near Tallahassee, 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. Alvarez Retamales to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Violeta Alvarez Retamales affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alvarez Retamales is affiliated with HCA Florida Capital Hospital, Pikeville Medical Center, Hazard ARH Regional 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
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Is Violeta Alvarez Retamales accepting new patients in Tallahassee, FL?
Yes, Dr. Violeta Alvarez Retamales is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Violeta Alvarez Retamales offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alvarez Retamales's office at (904) 244-0411 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Violeta Alvarez Retamales?
Please contact Dr. Alvarez Retamales's office at (904) 244-0411 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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