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Dr. Paola Sanchez Garay, MD

La Junta, CO

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    Who is Dr. Sanchez Garay, Internist in La Junta, CO?

    Dr. Paola Sanchez Garay, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in La Junta, CO with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Sanchez Garay is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sanchez Garay’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sanchez Garay’s office at (404) 728-6906.

    What languages does Dr. Sanchez Garay speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Sanchez Garay treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Sanchez Garay 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. Sanchez Garay. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath
    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Venous Insufficiency
    • Vascular Disease
    • CVI
    • Venous Reflux Disease
    • Leg Vein Incompetence
    • Peripheral Venous Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)

    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:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Sanchez Garay perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Paola Sanchez Garay may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sanchez Garay's office.

    Does Dr. Sanchez Garay accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sanchez Garay accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 728-6906 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sanchez Garay accept in La Junta, CO?

    Dr. Sanchez Garay in La Junta, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Christian Healthcare Ministries

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • First Medical Health Plan

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Sanchez Garay's office located?

    Dr. Paola Sanchez Garay's Primary Practice

    1100 Carson Ave Ste 201

    La Junta, CO 81050

    (404) 728-6906

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    Dr. Paola Sanchez Garay's Practice 2

    1841 Clifton Rd NE

    Atlanta, GA 30329

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

    Dr. Sanchez Garay's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790215895.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sanchez Garay?

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

    What is Dr. Paola Sanchez Garay's specialty?

    Dr. Sanchez Garay is a Internist near La Junta, CO.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Sanchez Garay to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Paola Sanchez Garay affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Sanchez Garay is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Arkansas Valley Regional Medical Center. 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 Internist?

    Explore Internist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Paola Sanchez Garay accepting new patients in La Junta, CO?

    Yes, Dr. Paola Sanchez Garay is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Paola Sanchez Garay offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sanchez Garay's office at (404) 728-6906 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Paola Sanchez Garay?

    Please contact Dr. Sanchez Garay's office at (404) 728-6906 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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