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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vernekar, Internist in Miami, FL?
Dr. Avinash Vernekar, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Miami, FL. Dr. Vernekar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vernekar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vernekar’s office at (305) 243-1960.
What languages does Dr. Vernekar speak?
Dr. Vernekar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Vernekar typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Vernekar 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. Vernekar. 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:
- Other Rheumatic Multiple Heart Valve Disease
- Heart Valve Disease
- Streptococcal Infection
- Rheumatic Heart Valve Disease
- Multiple Rheumatic Valve Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- I088: Other rheumatic multiple valve diseases
Also known as:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Slow Heart Rate
- Other Heart Rhythm Disorder
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Arrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
- Cardiac Dysrhythmia
- Irregular Heartbeat
- Heart Rhythm Problems
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
- I498: Other specified cardiac arrhythmias
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Enlarged Heart
- Heart Disease
- Cardiomegaly
- Big heart
- Heart enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- I517: Cardiomegaly
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Vernekar typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Avinash Vernekar 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. Vernekar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Vernekar accept my insurance?
Dr. Vernekar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 243-1960 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vernekar accept in Miami, FL?
Dr. Vernekar in Miami, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
Sentara Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Vernekar's office located?
What is Dr. Vernekar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vernekar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366935116.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vernekar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vernekar
What is Dr. Avinash Vernekar's specialty?
Dr. Vernekar is a Internist near Miami, FL.
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. Avinash Vernekar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vernekar is affiliated with Jackson South Medical Center, Hialeah Hospital, Baptist Health South Miami Hospital, Mount Sinai Medical Center - Miami Beach, Fl, Homestead Hospital, Palmetto General 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 Avinash Vernekar accepting new patients in Miami, FL?
Yes, Dr. Avinash Vernekar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Avinash Vernekar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vernekar's office at (305) 243-1960 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Avinash Vernekar?
Please contact Dr. Vernekar's office at (305) 243-1960 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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