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Dr. Calixto Zaldivar, MD

Gainesville, FL

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Zaldivar, Internist in Gainesville, FL?

    Dr. Calixto Zaldivar, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Gainesville, FL. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Zaldivar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zaldivar’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zaldivar’s office at (352) 332-3893.

    What languages does Dr. Zaldivar speak?

    Dr. Zaldivar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Zaldivar treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Zaldivar 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. Zaldivar. 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:

    • Slow Heart Rate
    • Fast Heartbeat
    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Other Heart Rhythm Disorder
    • First-Degree Heart Block
    • Premature Atrial Contractions
    • Premature Ventricular Contractions
    • Arrhythmia
    • Bradycardia
    • Slow Pulse
    • Low Heart Rate
    • Tachycardia
    • Rapid heart rate
    • Racing heart
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Cardiac Dysrhythmia
    • Irregular Heartbeat
    • Heart Rhythm Problems
    • First-Degree AV Block
    • Mild Heart Block
    • PACs
    • Atrial Ectopic Beats
    • Skipped Heartbeat (Atrial)
    • PVCs
    • Ventricular Ectopic Beats
    • Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
    • R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • I498: Other specified cardiac arrhythmias
    • I440: Atrioventricular block, first degree
    • I491: Atrial premature depolarization
    • I493: Ventricular premature depolarization

    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:

    • 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • Brain disease (encephalopathy)
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain disorder
    • Brain dysfunction
    • Encephalopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
    • AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dementia
    • Cognitive decline
    • Memory loss
    • Brain disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Which procedures does Dr. Zaldivar perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Calixto Zaldivar may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Zaldivar's office.

    Does Dr. Zaldivar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Zaldivar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (352) 332-3893 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Zaldivar accept in Gainesville, FL?

    Dr. Zaldivar in Gainesville, 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

    • Florida Blue / Guidewell

    • Florida Community Care

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • State of Florida

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Zaldivar's office located?

    Dr. Calixto Zaldivar's Primary Practice

    6500 W Newberry Rd

    Gainesville, FL 32605

    (352) 332-3893

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    What is Dr. Zaldivar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Zaldivar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972658292.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zaldivar?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zaldivar

    What is Dr. Calixto Zaldivar's specialty?

    Dr. Zaldivar is a Internist near Gainesville, FL.

    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.

    Contact Dr. Zaldivar to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Calixto Zaldivar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Zaldivar is affiliated with Hca Florida North Florida 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Calixto Zaldivar accepting new patients in Gainesville, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Calixto Zaldivar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Calixto Zaldivar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Zaldivar's office at (352) 332-3893 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Calixto Zaldivar?

    Please contact Dr. Zaldivar's office at (352) 332-3893 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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