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Dr. Rafael Ernesto Bilbao, MD

Caledonia, MI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bilbao, Hospitalist in Caledonia, MI?

    Dr. Rafael Ernesto Bilbao, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Caledonia, MI with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Bilbao graduated from University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery. Dr. Bilbao is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bilbao’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bilbao’s office at (616) 685-1835.

    Where did Dr. Bilbao go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery

    Is Dr. Bilbao board certified in Hospitalist?

    Yes, Dr. Rafael Ernesto Bilbao, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Bilbao speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Bilbao treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Bilbao 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. Bilbao. 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:

    • 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

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    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:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    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:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Adult Failure to Thrive
    • Geriatric Failure to Thrive
    • Unexplained Decline in Adults
    • Wasting Syndrome in Adults

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R627: Adult failure to thrive

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Which procedures does Dr. Bilbao perform as a Hospitalist?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Rafael Ernesto Bilbao may include:

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

    Does Dr. Bilbao accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bilbao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (616) 685-1835 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bilbao accept in Caledonia, MI?

    Dr. Bilbao in Caledonia, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • Medicare

    • SGS North America Inc

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Bilbao's office located?

    Dr. Rafael Ernesto Bilbao's Primary Practice

    10047 Crossroad Ct SE

    Caledonia, MI 49316

    (616) 685-1835

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    Dr. Rafael Ernesto Bilbao's Practice 2

    200 Jefferson Ave SE Ste 626

    Grand Rapids, MI 49503

    (616) 685-5000

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    Dr. Rafael Ernesto Bilbao's Practice 3

    250 Cherry St SE

    Grand Rapids, MI 49503

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

    Dr. Bilbao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164565974.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bilbao?

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

    What is Dr. Rafael Ernesto Bilbao's specialty?

    Dr. Bilbao is a Hospitalist near Caledonia, MI. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Bilbao to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Rafael Ernesto Bilbao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bilbao is affiliated with Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital, Trinity Health Muskegon 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 Rafael Ernesto Bilbao accepting new patients in Caledonia, MI?

    Yes, Dr. Rafael Ernesto Bilbao is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rafael Ernesto Bilbao offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bilbao's office at (616) 685-1835 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Rafael Ernesto Bilbao?

    Please contact Dr. Bilbao's office at (616) 685-1835 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Rafael Ernesto Bilbao have?

    Dr. Rafael Ernesto Bilbao is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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