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Who is Dr. Santayana, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Tampa, FL?
Dr. Ricardo Santayana, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Tampa, FL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Santayana is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Santayana’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Santayana’s office at (813) 971-6000.
What languages does Dr. Santayana speak?
Dr. Santayana and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Santayana treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Santayana 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. Santayana. 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:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Nausea
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick to Stomach
- Queasiness
- Upset Stomach
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
- R110: Nausea
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
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:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Which procedures does Dr. Santayana perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Ricardo Santayana may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Santayana's office.
Does Dr. Santayana accept my insurance?
Dr. Santayana accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (813) 971-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Santayana accept in Tampa, FL?
Dr. Santayana in Tampa, 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
MagnaCare Rx
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
Trustmark Insurance Company
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Santayana's office located?
Dr. Ricardo Santayana's Primary Practice
3100 E Fletcher Ave
Tampa, FL 33613
(813) 971-6000
What is Dr. Santayana's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Santayana's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982817136.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Santayana?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Santayana
What is Dr. Ricardo Santayana's specialty?
Dr. Santayana is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Tampa, FL. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Santayana to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ricardo Santayana affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Santayana is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: St. Joseph's Hospital - Tampa. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Ricardo Santayana accepting new patients in Tampa, FL?
Yes, Dr. Ricardo Santayana is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ricardo Santayana offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Santayana's office at (813) 971-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ricardo Santayana?
Please contact Dr. Santayana's office at (813) 971-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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