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Dr. Carlos Perez Ruiz, MD

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist

San Antonio, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Perez Ruiz, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Carlos Perez Ruiz, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Perez Ruiz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Perez Ruiz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Perez Ruiz’s office at (210) 395-3395.

    What languages does Dr. Perez Ruiz speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Perez Ruiz typically treat?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Perez Ruiz 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. Perez Ruiz. 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:

    • Cerebral Atherosclerosis
    • Brain Disease
    • Hardening of Brain Arteries
    • Brain Artery Plaque
    • Cerebral Artery Disease
    • Brain Blood Vessel Hardening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I672: Cerebral atherosclerosis

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    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:

    • Chronic Ischemic Heart Disease
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Long-term Heart Disease
    • Ongoing Heart Ischemia
    • Chronic Coronary Artery Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I259: Chronic ischemic heart disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Severe Malnutrition
    • Malnutrition
    • Severe Protein-Energy Malnutrition
    • Starvation
    • Kwashiorkor
    • Marasmus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E43: Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease

    What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Perez Ruiz typically perform?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Carlos Perez Ruiz may include:

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

    Does Dr. Perez Ruiz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Perez Ruiz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 395-3395 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Perez Ruiz accept in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Perez Ruiz in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Perez Ruiz's office located?

    Dr. Carlos Perez Ruiz's Primary Practice

    933 Pleasanton Rd Ste 109

    San Antonio, TX 78214

    (210) 395-3395

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    Dr. Carlos Perez Ruiz's Practice 2

    1303 McCullough Ave Ste 170

    San Antonio, TX 78212

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    Dr. Carlos Perez Ruiz's Practice 3

    1499 Hillcrest Dr

    San Antonio, TX 78228

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

    Dr. Perez Ruiz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386130151.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Perez Ruiz?

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

    What is Dr. Carlos Perez Ruiz's specialty?

    Dr. Perez Ruiz is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near San Antonio, TX.

    What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?

    An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.

    Is Dr. Carlos Perez Ruiz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Perez Ruiz is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center - San Antonio, Methodist Hospital - San Antonio, Methodist Hospital Metropolitan, University Hospital-San Antonio 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 a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - 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 Dr. Carlos Perez Ruiz accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Carlos Perez Ruiz is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Carlos Perez Ruiz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Perez Ruiz's office at (210) 395-3395 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Carlos Perez Ruiz?

    Please contact Dr. Perez Ruiz's office at (210) 395-3395 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Perez Ruiz's office located?

    Dr. Perez Ruiz's office is located in San Antonio, TX.