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Who is Dr. Diaz, Family Medicine Specialist in Miramar, FL?
Dr. Derrick Diaz, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Miramar, FL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Diaz is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Diaz’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Diaz’s office at (954) 706-6800.
What languages does Dr. Diaz speak?
Dr. Diaz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Diaz treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Diaz 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. Diaz. 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:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
- Bedsores
- Decubitus Ulcers
- Pressure Ulcers
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
- L89153: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 3
- L89152: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 2
- L89894: Pressure ulcer of other site, stage 4
- L89893: Pressure ulcer of other site, stage 3
- L89134: Pressure ulcer of right lower back, stage 4
- L89214: Pressure ulcer of right hip, stage 4
Also known as:
- Chronic Skin Ulcer
- Chronic Skin Ulcer on Buttock
- Skin Condition
- Open Sore
- Skin Wound
- Non-healing Wound
- Open Sore on Buttock
- Skin Wound on Buttock
ICD-10 Codes:
- L98499: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of skin of other sites with unspecified severity
- L98419: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of buttock with unspecified severity
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Peripheral Arterial Disease with Foot Ulcers in Left Leg
- Peripheral Arterial Disease with Heel and Midfoot Ulcers in Left Leg
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- PAD with Foot Sores
- Poor Circulation with Foot Wounds
- Artery Disease with Foot Ulcers
- Poor Circulation with Heel Wounds
ICD-10 Codes:
- I70245: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of left leg with ulceration of other part of foot
- I70244: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of left leg with ulceration of heel and midfoot
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease with Heel and Midfoot Ulcers (Right Leg)
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- PAD right heel ulcers
- Arterial ulcers right midfoot
- Right leg artery disease with foot sores
ICD-10 Codes:
- I70234: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of right leg with ulceration of heel and midfoot
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Hypertension with Ulcers
- Vascular Disease
- Venous Hypertension Ulcers
- High Venous Pressure with Sores
ICD-10 Codes:
- I87312: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer of left lower extremity
What procedures does Dr. Diaz perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Diaz performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Diaz. 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:
- Muscle Debridement
- Wound Debridement
- Deep Wound Cleaning
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
- Muscle Cleaning Procedure
- Fascia Debridement
- Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Surgical Wound Debridement
- Tissue Removal for Wound Healing
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Skin Replacement
- Bioengineered Skin Application
CPT Codes:
- 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11046: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 15271: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
Also known as:
- Chemical Cauterization of Granulation Tissue
- Proud flesh removal
- Chemical burn for wound overgrowth
- Granulation tissue treatment
- Wound cautery
CPT Codes:
- 17250: Chemical cauterization of granulation tissue (ie, proud flesh)
Also known as:
- Bone Debridement (Cleaning of Bone Wound)
- Bone Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Bone Debridement
- Dead Bone Removal
- Wound Cleaning with Bone Involvement
CPT Codes:
- 11044: Debridement, bone (includes epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, muscle and/or fascia, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Does Dr. Diaz accept my insurance?
Dr. Diaz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (954) 706-6800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Diaz accept in Miramar, FL?
Dr. Diaz in Miramar, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
AvMed Health Plan
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
MedImpact
Molina
State of Florida
UnitedHealthcare
ZF TRW
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What is Dr. Diaz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Diaz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629568340.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Diaz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Diaz
What is Dr. Derrick Diaz's specialty?
Dr. Diaz is a Family Medicine Specialist near Miramar, FL. 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. Diaz to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Derrick Diaz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Diaz is affiliated with Boca Raton Regional 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
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Is Derrick Diaz accepting new patients in Miramar, FL?
Yes, Dr. Derrick Diaz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Derrick Diaz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Diaz's office at (954) 706-6800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Derrick Diaz?
Please contact Dr. Diaz's office at (954) 706-6800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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