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Who is Dr. Ortiz Vargas, Nephrologist in Coral Gables, FL?
Dr. Alfonso Ortiz Vargas, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Coral Gables, FL. Dr. Ortiz Vargas is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ortiz Vargas’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ortiz Vargas’s office at (453) 445-4535.
What languages does Dr. Ortiz Vargas speak?
Dr. Ortiz Vargas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Ortiz Vargas treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Ortiz Vargas 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. Ortiz Vargas. 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:
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 1
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Kidney Failure
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- CKD Stage 3a
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 1
- Early Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N181: Chronic kidney disease, stage 1
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes with Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
- Diabetic Nephropathy
- Kidney Damage from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes Kidney Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E1121: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic nephropathy
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Ortiz Vargas perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Alfonso Ortiz Vargas may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ortiz Vargas' office.
Does Dr. Ortiz Vargas accept my insurance?
Dr. Ortiz Vargas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (453) 445-4535 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ortiz Vargas accept in Coral Gables, FL?
Dr. Ortiz Vargas in Coral Gables, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cooperative Benefit Group
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Doctors HealthCare Plans, Inc.
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Ortiz Vargas' office located?
Dr. Alfonso Ortiz Vargas' Primary Practice
747 Ponce de Leon Blvd Ste 605
Coral Gables, FL 33134
(453) 445-4535
What is Dr. Ortiz Vargas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ortiz Vargas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386165793.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ortiz Vargas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ortiz Vargas
What is Dr. Alfonso Ortiz Vargas's specialty?
Dr. Ortiz Vargas is a Nephrologist near Coral Gables, FL. An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation. Contact Dr. Ortiz Vargas to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alfonso Ortiz Vargas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ortiz Vargas is affiliated with HCA Florida Mercy Hospital, HCA Florida Kendall Hospital, Baptist Health South Miami Hospital, Hialeah 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
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Is Alfonso Ortiz Vargas accepting new patients in Coral Gables, FL?
Yes, Dr. Alfonso Ortiz Vargas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alfonso Ortiz Vargas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ortiz Vargas's office at (453) 445-4535 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alfonso Ortiz Vargas?
Please contact Dr. Ortiz Vargas's office at (453) 445-4535 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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