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Dr. Diego Vanegas Acosta, MD

Gainesville, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Vanegas Acosta, Internist in Gainesville, FL?

    Dr. Diego Vanegas Acosta, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Gainesville, FL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Vanegas Acosta is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vanegas Acosta’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vanegas Acosta’s office at (352) 265-0535.

    What languages does Dr. Vanegas Acosta speak?

    Dr. Vanegas Acosta and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Vanegas Acosta typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Vanegas Acosta 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. Vanegas Acosta. 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:

    • 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:

    • Brain disease (encephalopathy)
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain disorder
    • Brain dysfunction
    • Encephalopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified

    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:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Fluid in Abdomen
    • Liver Disease
    • Ascites
    • Abdominal fluid buildup
    • Peritoneal fluid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R188: Other ascites

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Vanegas Acosta typically perform?

    As an Internist, Dr. Vanegas Acosta performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Vanegas Acosta. 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:

    • Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
    • Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
    • Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
    • Fluid Removal from Belly

    CPT Codes:

    • 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar Puncture (Spinal Tap)
    • Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) Analysis
    • Spinal tap
    • CSF analysis
    • Diagnostic lumbar puncture
    • Cerebrospinal fluid collection

    CPT Codes:

    • 62270: Spinal puncture, lumbar, diagnostic;

    Does Dr. Vanegas Acosta accept my insurance?

    Dr. Vanegas Acosta accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (352) 265-0535 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Vanegas Acosta accept in Gainesville, FL?

    Dr. Vanegas Acosta in Gainesville, FL 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • H & R Block

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Georgia

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Vanegas Acosta's office located?

    Uf Health Congenital Heart Center Medical Plaza

    1600 SW Archer Rd

    Gainesville, FL 32610

    (352) 265-0535

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    Gi Clinic At Endoscopy Center

    2001 SW 13th St

    Gainesville, FL 32608

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    Dr. Diego Vanegas Acosta's Practice 3

    52 Underwood St

    Orlando, FL 32806

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    What hospitals are Dr. Vanegas Acosta affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Vanegas Acosta has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Piedmont Athens Regional logo
    Piedmont Athens Regional,Athens, GA
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    Ranked in 3 Procedures

    Orlando Health Orlando Regional Medical Center,Orlando, FL

    What is Dr. Vanegas Acosta's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Vanegas Acosta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023549672.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vanegas Acosta?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vanegas Acosta

    What is Dr. Diego Vanegas Acosta's specialty?

    Dr. Vanegas Acosta is an Internist near Gainesville, FL.

    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 Dr. Diego Vanegas Acosta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Vanegas Acosta is affiliated with Piedmont Athens Regional 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 Dr. Diego Vanegas Acosta accepting new patients in Gainesville, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Diego Vanegas Acosta is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Diego Vanegas Acosta offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Vanegas Acosta's office at (352) 265-0535 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Diego Vanegas Acosta?

    Please contact Dr. Vanegas Acosta's office at (352) 265-0535 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Vanegas Acosta's office located?

    Dr. Vanegas Acosta's offices are located in Gainesville, FL and Orlando, FL.

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