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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dechavez, Internist in Staten Island, NY?
Dr. Vincent Dechavez is an Internist, who primarily practices in Staten Island, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Dechavez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dechavez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dechavez’s office at 1822687167.
What languages does Dr. Dechavez speak?
Dr. Dechavez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Dechavez typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Dechavez 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. Dechavez. 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:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Asymptomatic HIV Infection
- HIV
- HIV positive without symptoms
- Latent HIV infection
- HIV carrier
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z21: Asymptomatic human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] infection status
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
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:
- Cellulitis
- Skin infection
- Bacterial skin inflammation
- Acute skin infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L0390: Cellulitis, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Dechavez typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Vincent Dechavez may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Dechavez's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Dechavez accept my insurance?
Dr. Dechavez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at 1822687167 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dechavez accept in Staten Island, NY?
Dr. Dechavez in Staten Island, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Amida Care
Centene Corporation
Centers Plan For Healthy Living
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Dechavez's office located?
What is Dr. Dechavez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dechavez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518352244.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dechavez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dechavez
What is Dr. Vincent Dechavez's specialty?
Dr. Dechavez is a Internist near Staten Island, NY.
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 this Dr. Vincent Dechavez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dechavez is affiliated with Staten Island University Hospital - North 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
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Is Vincent Dechavez accepting new patients in Staten Island, NY?
Yes, Dr. Vincent Dechavez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vincent Dechavez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dechavez's office at 1822687167 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vincent Dechavez?
Please contact Dr. Dechavez's office at 1822687167 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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