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33 Years of Experience
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Espino, Nephrologist in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Gustavo Espino, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Espino graduated from Universidad De Panama, Facultad De Medicina and completed his residency at Vet Affrs Med & Reg Off Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Espino is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Espino’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Espino’s office at (505) 600-2513.
Where did Dr. Espino go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Vet Affrs Med & Reg Off Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University De Panama, Fac De Med, Panama City, Panama | Universidad De Panama, Facultad De Medicina
Is Dr. Espino board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Gustavo Espino, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Espino speak?
Dr. Espino and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Espino treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Espino 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. Espino. 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 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- 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 3a
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
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:
- Protein in Urine
- Persistent Protein in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Proteinuria
- Albuminuria
- Foamy urine
- Persistent proteinuria
- Ongoing protein in urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R809: Proteinuria, unspecified
- R801: Persistent proteinuria, unspecified
Also known as:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
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:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Abnormal Kidney Function Test
- Kidney Disease
- Irregular Kidney Function Study
- Unusual Kidney Exam
- Kidney Disease Diagnosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- R944: Abnormal results of kidney function studies
Also known as:
- Lost kidney
- Kidney Disease
- Solitary or Single-functioning Kidney
- Missing kidney
- Kidney removal
- Nephrectomy (history of)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z905: Acquired absence of kidney
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
Also known as:
- Lupus kidney disease
- Kidney Disease
- Lupus
- Lupus nephritis
- Kidney inflammation from lupus
- Glomerulonephritis in SLE
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3214: Glomerular disease in systemic lupus erythematosus
Also known as:
- Personal History of Immunosuppressant Therapy
- Past immunosuppressive treatment
- Previous immune-suppressing drugs
- History of immunosuppression
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9225: Personal history of immunosuppression therapy
Also known as:
- Acquired Kidney Cyst
- Kidney Cysts
- Acquired Cystic Kidney Disease
- Renal Cyst
- Simple Kidney Cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- N281: Cyst of kidney, acquired
What procedures does Dr. Espino perform?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Espino performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Espino. 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:
- Kidney Biopsy
- Renal biopsy
- Percutaneous kidney biopsy
- Needle kidney biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 50200: Renal biopsy; percutaneous, by trocar or needle
Does Dr. Espino accept my insurance?
Dr. Espino accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 600-2513 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Espino accept in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Espino in Albuquerque, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
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Presbyterian Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Espino's office located?
Dr. Gustavo Espino's Primary Practice
4343 Pan American Fwy NE Ste 236
Albuquerque, NM 87107
(505) 600-2513
Dr. Gustavo Espino's Practice 3
601 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Ave NE
Albuquerque, NM 87102
What is Dr. Espino's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Espino's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518985191.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Espino?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Espino
What is Dr. Gustavo Espino's specialty?
Dr. Espino is a Nephrologist near Albuquerque, NM. 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. Espino to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Gustavo Espino affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Espino is affiliated with Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, NM, Lovelace Medical Center, CHRISTUS St. Vincent Regional Medical Center, Presbyterian Santa Fe Medical Center, Lovelace Westside 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 Gustavo Espino accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?
Yes, Dr. Gustavo Espino is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gustavo Espino offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Espino's office at (505) 600-2513 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gustavo Espino?
Please contact Dr. Espino's office at (505) 600-2513 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gustavo Espino have?
Dr. Gustavo Espino is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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