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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Velasquez, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. James Velasquez, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Velasquez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Velasquez’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Velasquez’s office at (405) 682-3303.
What languages does Dr. Velasquez speak?
Dr. Velasquez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Velasquez treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Velasquez 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. Velasquez. 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:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
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:
- Muscle Pain
- Muscle Disorder
- Myalgia
- Muscle Ache
- Muscle Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7918: Myalgia, other site
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Migraine
- Migraine headache
- Severe headache
- Vascular headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43909: Migraine, unspecified, not intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Gastritis
- Inflamed stomach lining
- Stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding
Also known as:
- Bronchitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Chest cold
- Inflammation of bronchial tubes
- Acute bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J40: Bronchitis, not specified as acute or chronic
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Velasquez perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. James Velasquez may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Velasquez's office.
Does Dr. Velasquez accept my insurance?
Dr. Velasquez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (405) 682-3303 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Velasquez accept in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Velasquez in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
IASIS Healthcare
Medicare
Mercy Care Plan
State of Arizona
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Velasquez's office located?
Dr. James Velasquez's Primary Practice
6200 N La Cholla Blvd
Tucson, AZ 85741
(405) 682-3303
What is Dr. Velasquez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Velasquez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952807687.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Velasquez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Velasquez
What is Dr. James Velasquez's specialty?
Dr. Velasquez is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Tucson, AZ. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Velasquez to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Velasquez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Velasquez is affiliated with St. Joseph's Hospital And Medical Center - Phoenix, Az, Northwest Medical Center - Tucson, Az, Abrazo Central Campus, Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix 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 James Velasquez accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?
Yes, Dr. James Velasquez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Velasquez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Velasquez's office at (405) 682-3303 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Velasquez?
Please contact Dr. Velasquez's office at (405) 682-3303 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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