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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Llorente, Hospitalist in Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Joshua Llorente, DO is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Des Moines, IA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Llorente is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Llorente’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Llorente’s office at (515) 247-4239.
What languages does Dr. Llorente speak?
Dr. Llorente and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Llorente typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Llorente 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. Llorente. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Llorente typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Joshua Llorente may include:
Please contact Dr. Llorente's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Llorente accept my insurance?
Dr. Llorente accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 247-4239 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Llorente accept in Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Llorente in Des Moines, IA 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Llorente's office located?
What is Dr. Llorente's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Llorente's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417516675.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Llorente?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Llorente
What is Dr. Joshua Llorente's specialty?
Dr. Llorente is a Hospitalist near Des Moines, IA.
What does a Hospitalist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Joshua Llorente affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Llorente is affiliated with Nch Baker 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
When to see a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Joshua Llorente accepting new patients in Des Moines, IA?
Yes, Dr. Joshua Llorente is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joshua Llorente offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Llorente's office at (515) 247-4239 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joshua Llorente?
Please contact Dr. Llorente's office at (515) 247-4239 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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