Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ayala-Sims, Internist in Richmond, VA?
Dr. Veronica Ayala-Sims, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Richmond, VA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ayala-Sims completed her residency at Virginia Commonwealth University. Dr. Ayala-Sims is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ayala-Sims’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ayala-Sims’s office at (804) 628-0153.
Where did Dr. Ayala-Sims go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: HIVMA Minority Clinical Fellowship, VCU School of Medicine, Richmond, VA USA
Residency: Virginia Commonwealth University
What languages does Dr. Ayala-Sims speak?
Dr. Ayala-Sims and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Ayala-Sims typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Ayala-Sims 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. Ayala-Sims. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Obesity
- Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Body Weight
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
- High BMI (Overweight)
- Pre-Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
- E663: Overweight
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Nutrition Counseling
- Nutrition
- Dietary advice
- Nutritional guidance
- Healthy eating counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Ayala-Sims typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Veronica Ayala-Sims 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. Ayala-Sims' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ayala-Sims accept my insurance?
Dr. Ayala-Sims accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (804) 628-0153 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ayala-Sims accept in Richmond, VA?
Dr. Ayala-Sims in Richmond, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Virginia
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ayala-Sims' office located?
Dr. Veronica Ayala-Sims' Primary Practice
180 E Belt Blvd
Richmond, VA 23224
(804) 628-0153
Dr. Veronica Ayala-Sims' Practice 2
2740 Bensley Commons Blvd
North Chesterfield, VA 23237
What is Dr. Ayala-Sims's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ayala-Sims's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013124395.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ayala-Sims?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ayala-Sims
What is Dr. Veronica Ayala-Sims's specialty?
Dr. Ayala-Sims is a Internist near Richmond, VA.
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. Veronica Ayala-Sims affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ayala-Sims is affiliated with Vcu Medical Center North Hospital, Johnston-Willis Hospital, Hca Henrico Doctors' Hospital, Bon Secours St. Francis Medical Center, Sentara Leigh Hospital, Bon Secours St. Mary's 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 Veronica Ayala-Sims accepting new patients in Richmond, VA?
Yes, Dr. Veronica Ayala-Sims is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Veronica Ayala-Sims offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ayala-Sims's office at (804) 628-0153 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Veronica Ayala-Sims?
Please contact Dr. Ayala-Sims's office at (804) 628-0153 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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