Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. De Los Santos, Family Medicine Specialist in Independence, MO?
Dr. Gewel De Los Santos, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Independence, MO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. De Los Santos is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. De Los Santos’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. De Los Santos’s office.
What languages does Dr. De Los Santos speak?
Dr. De Los Santos and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. De Los Santos typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. De Los Santos 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. De Los Santos. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
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:
- Depression
- Clinical depression
- Major depressive disorder
- Mood disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F32A: Depression, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. De Los Santos typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Gewel De Los Santos may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. De Los Santos' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. De Los Santos accept my insurance?
Dr. De Los Santos accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. De Los Santos accept in Independence, MO?
Dr. De Los Santos in Independence, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Medicare
Oscar Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. De Los Santos' office located?
What is Dr. De Los Santos's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. De Los Santos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205287737.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. De Los Santos?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. De Los Santos
What is Dr. Gewel De Los Santos's specialty?
Dr. De Los Santos is a Family Medicine Specialist near Independence, MO.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Gewel De Los Santos affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. De Los Santos is affiliated with Centerpoint Medical 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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 Gewel De Los Santos accepting new patients in Independence, MO?
Yes, Dr. Gewel De Los Santos is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gewel De Los Santos offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. De Los Santos's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gewel De Los Santos?
Please contact Dr. De Los Santos's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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