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Dr. Gilberto Velazco, MD

Miami, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Velazco, Internist in Miami, FL?

    Dr. Gilberto Velazco, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Miami, FL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Velazco is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Velazco’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Velazco’s office at (305) 689-8648.

    What languages does Dr. Velazco speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Internist, Dr. Velazco 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. Velazco. 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:

    • Cancer Chemotherapy
    • Chemo treatment
    • Oncology chemotherapy
    • Cancer drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Vascular Access Device Management
    • Vascular Access Care
    • Port Management
    • Catheter Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Myeloid Leukemia
    • AML Leukemia
    • Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia
    • Acute Myelogenous Leukemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C9200: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, not having achieved remission

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

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

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Gilberto Velazco may include:

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

    Does Dr. Velazco accept my insurance?

    Dr. Velazco accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 689-8648 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Velazco accept in Miami, FL?

    Dr. Velazco in Miami, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareCentrix

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Doctors Healthcare Plans

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Velazco's office located?

    Dr. Gilberto Velazco's Primary Practice

    1475 NW 12th Ave

    Miami, FL 33136

    (305) 689-8648

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    Dr. Gilberto Velazco's Practice 2

    1321 NW 14th St

    Miami, FL 33125

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

    Dr. Velazco's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164909313.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Velazco?

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

    What is Dr. Gilberto Velazco's specialty?

    Dr. Velazco is an Internist near Miami, 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 Dr. Gilberto Velazco affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Velazco is affiliated with Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center 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

    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 Dr. Gilberto Velazco accepting new patients in Miami, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Gilberto Velazco is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gilberto Velazco offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Velazco's office at (305) 689-8648 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Gilberto Velazco?

    Please contact Dr. Velazco's office at (305) 689-8648 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Velazco's office located?

    Dr. Velazco's office is located in Miami, FL.