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Who is Dr. Plaza, Family Medicine Specialist in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Andres Plaza, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Plaza is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Plaza’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Plaza’s office at (505) 727-8000.
What languages does Dr. Plaza speak?
Dr. Plaza and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Plaza treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Plaza 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. Plaza. 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:
- Severe Malnutrition
- Protein-Calorie Malnutrition
- Moderate Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Severe Protein-Energy Malnutrition
- Starvation
- Kwashiorkor
- Marasmus
- Protein-energy malnutrition
- General malnutrition
- Moderate Protein-Energy Malnutrition
- Moderate Nutritional Deficiency
- Moderate Underweight
ICD-10 Codes:
- E43: Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition
- E46: Unspecified protein-calorie malnutrition
- E440: Moderate protein-calorie malnutrition
Also known as:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- History of Nicotine Dependence
- E-Cigarettes
- Smokeless Tobacco
- Smoking
- Past nicotine addiction
- Previous smoking habit
- History of tobacco use disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z87891: Personal history of nicotine dependence
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
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:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, 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:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Which procedures does Dr. Plaza perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Andres Plaza may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Plaza's office.
Does Dr. Plaza accept my insurance?
Dr. Plaza accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 727-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Plaza accept in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Plaza 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
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Molina
Presbyterian Health Plan
Scan Health Plan
State of New Mexico
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Plaza's office located?
Dr. Andres Plaza's Primary Practice
601 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Ave NE
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 727-8000
Dr. Andres Plaza's Practice 2
Msc Family Medicine 1 University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM 87131
What is Dr. Plaza's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Plaza's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245893445.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Plaza?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Plaza
What is Dr. Andres Plaza's specialty?
Dr. Plaza is a Family Medicine Specialist near Albuquerque, NM. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Plaza to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Andres Plaza affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Plaza is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Unm Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Andres Plaza accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?
Yes, Dr. Andres Plaza is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Andres Plaza offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Plaza's office at (505) 727-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Andres Plaza?
Please contact Dr. Plaza's office at (505) 727-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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