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Who is Dr. Alvarez Retamales, Nephrologist in Tallahassee, FL?
Dr. Violeta Alvarez Retamales, MD 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 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 a Nephrologist like Dr. Alvarez Retamales typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Kidney Failure
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N186: End stage renal disease
- 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)
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:
- 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:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Alvarez Retamales typically perform?
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
Please contact Dr. Alvarez Retamales' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Kentucky
United Mine Workers of America (UMWA)
UnitedHealth Group
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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.
What does a Nephrologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Violeta Alvarez Retamales affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alvarez Retamales is affiliated with Pikeville Medical Center, Hca Florida Capital Hospital, 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
When to see a Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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