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Dr. Javier Escovar, MD

Delray Beach, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Escovar, Internist in Delray Beach, FL?

    Dr. Javier Escovar, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Delray Beach, FL. Dr. Escovar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Escovar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Escovar’s office at (718) 250-6604.

    What languages does Dr. Escovar speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Escovar typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Escovar 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. Escovar. 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Lung failure
    • Breathing failure
    • Respiratory insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia

    Also known as:

    • Shock
    • Circulatory Collapse
    • Systemic Shock
    • Unspecified Shock

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R579: Shock, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Blood Pressure
    • Hypotension
    • Blood Pressure Drop
    • Fainting Spells

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I959: Hypotension, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)
    • DKA in Type 2 Diabetes
    • High Blood Sugar Emergency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1110: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Sudden Cardiac Arrest
    • Heart stops beating
    • Cardiopulmonary arrest

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Escovar typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Javier Escovar may include:

    Please contact Dr. Escovar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Escovar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Escovar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 250-6604 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Escovar accept in Delray Beach, FL?

    Dr. Escovar in Delray Beach, 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

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Florida

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Escovar's office located?

    Dr. Javier Escovar's Primary Practice

    5352 Linton Blvd

    Delray Beach, FL 33484

    (718) 250-6604

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

    Dr. Escovar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144726548.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Escovar?

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

    What is Dr. Javier Escovar's specialty?

    Dr. Escovar is a Internist near Delray Beach, FL.

    What does an Internist do?

    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.

    Is this Dr. Javier Escovar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Escovar is affiliated with Delray Medical Center, Emory University Hospital Midtown, Boca Raton Regional Hospital 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

    When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. Explore 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 Javier Escovar accepting new patients in Delray Beach, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Javier Escovar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Javier Escovar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Escovar's office at (718) 250-6604 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Javier Escovar?

    Please contact Dr. Escovar's office at (718) 250-6604 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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