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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mesa, Rheumatologist in Miami, FL?
Dr. Christopher Mesa, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Miami, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Mesa is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mesa’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mesa’s office at (225) 752-2470.
What languages does Dr. Mesa speak?
Dr. Mesa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Mesa treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Mesa 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. Mesa. 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:
- Widespread Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Multiple Joint Arthritis
- Polyarthritis
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Joint Degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M159: Polyosteoarthritis, unspecified
- M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Fibromyalgia
- Widespread pain syndrome
- Chronic muscle pain
- Fibromyositis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M797: Fibromyalgia
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M0600: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Abnormal Bone Overgrowth
- Bone Disease
- Hypertrophic Osteoarthropathy
- Bone and Joint Overgrowth
- Excessive Bone Growth Syndrome
- Bone and Joint Enlargement
ICD-10 Codes:
- M8949: Other hypertrophic osteoarthropathy, multiple sites
Also known as:
- Gout
- Gouty arthritis
- Uric acid arthritis
- Hyperuricemia
- Gouty Arthritis
- Uric Acid Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1A9XX0: Chronic gout, unspecified, without tophus (tophi)
- M109: Gout, unspecified
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Immune Deficiency from Drugs
- Drug-Induced Immunodeficiency
- Medication-Caused Immune Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- D84821: Immunodeficiency due to drugs
Also known as:
- Long-Term NSAID Use
- Pain Relievers
- Chronic NSAID therapy
- Ongoing anti-inflammatory medication
- NSAID pain relief
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z791: Long term (current) use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatories (NSAID)
Also known as:
- Erythema Nodosum
- Skin Condition
- Painful skin nodules
- Inflamed fat under skin
- Tender red bumps
ICD-10 Codes:
- L52: Erythema nodosum
Also known as:
- Sjogren's Syndrome with Dry Eyes
- Sjogren's Syndrome
- Sjögren syndrome
- Sjögren's Keratoconjunctivitis
- Dry Eye Disease from Sjogren's', 'Sjogren's Affecting Eyes
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3501: Sjogren syndrome with keratoconjunctivitis
Which procedures does Dr. Mesa perform as a Rheumatologist?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Christopher Mesa may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Mesa's office.
Does Dr. Mesa accept my insurance?
Dr. Mesa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 752-2470 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mesa accept in Miami, FL?
Dr. Mesa in Miami, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Capital Blue Cross
Centene
CMS
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Oscar Health Insurance Co
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Mesa's office located?
Dr. Christopher Mesa's Primary Practice
2510 SW 27th Ave Ste 101
Miami, FL 33133
(225) 752-2470
What is Dr. Mesa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mesa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598150542.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mesa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mesa
What is Dr. Christopher Mesa's specialty?
Dr. Mesa is a Rheumatologist near Miami, FL. An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases. Contact Dr. Mesa to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Mesa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mesa is affiliated with HCA Florida Aventura Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Christopher Mesa accepting new patients in Miami, FL?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Mesa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Mesa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mesa's office at (225) 752-2470 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Mesa?
Please contact Dr. Mesa's office at (225) 752-2470 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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