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Who is Dr. Chavez, Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Colbert Chavez, MD is a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Chavez graduated from Universidad de San Martin de Porres Facultad de Medicina Humana. Dr. Chavez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chavez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chavez’s office at (505) 272-2111.
Where did Dr. Chavez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Universidad de San Martin de Porres Facultad de Medicina Humana
What languages does Dr. Chavez speak?
Dr. Chavez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Chavez typically treat?
As a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Chavez 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. Chavez. 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:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Central Sleep Apnea
- Idiopathic Sleep Hypoventilation
- Other Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
- Breathing Pauses During Sleep
- Snoring Disorder
- CSA
- Brain-Related Sleep Apnea
- Primary Alveolar Hypoventilation
- Undiagnosed Sleep Breathing Problem
- Uncommon Sleep Apnea
- Rare Sleep Breathing Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
- G4730: Sleep apnea, unspecified
- G4731: Primary central sleep apnea
- G4734: Idiopathic sleep related nonobstructive alveolar hypoventilation
- G4739: Other sleep apnea
Also known as:
- Snoring
- Loud breathing during sleep
- Noisy sleep
- Obstructive snoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0683: Snoring
What procedures does a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Chavez typically perform?
As a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Colbert Chavez may include:
- Continuous Positive Airway Pressure Management
- Narcolepsy Evaluation
- Sleep Consultation
- Sleep Medicine Consultation
- Sleep Medicine Follow Up
- Sleep Studies
Please contact Dr. Chavez's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Chavez accept my insurance?
Dr. Chavez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 272-2111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chavez accept in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Chavez in Albuquerque, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
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Where is Dr. Chavez's office located?
Dr. Colbert Chavez's Primary Practice
601 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Ave NE
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 272-2111
What is Dr. Chavez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chavez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326187345.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chavez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chavez
What is Dr. Colbert Chavez's specialty?
Dr. Chavez is a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist near Albuquerque, NM.
What does a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist do?
An internist specializing in Sleep Medicine is certified in this subspecialty and focuses on the clinical evaluation, physiological testing, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of sleep and circadian rhythm disorders. These specialists care for patients of all ages, utilizing a multidisciplinary approach. Conditions they manage include, but are not limited to, sleep-related breathing disorders, insomnia, hypersomnia's, circadian rhythm disorders, parasomnias, and sleep-related movement disorders.
Is this Dr. Colbert Chavez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chavez is affiliated with Lovelace Westside Hospital, Portneuf Medical Center, Lovelace 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 Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Colbert Chavez accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?
Yes, Dr. Colbert Chavez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Colbert Chavez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chavez's office at (505) 272-2111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Colbert Chavez?
Please contact Dr. Chavez's office at (505) 272-2111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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