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Dr. Santos Ruiz Cordero, MD

Vero Beach, FL

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    Who is Dr. Ruiz Cordero, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in Vero Beach, FL?

    Dr. Santos Ruiz Cordero, MD is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in Vero Beach, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Ruiz Cordero is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ruiz Cordero’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ruiz Cordero’s office at (772) 567-4336.

    What languages does Dr. Ruiz Cordero speak?

    Dr. Ruiz Cordero and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Ruiz Cordero treat?

    As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Ruiz Cordero 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. Ruiz Cordero. 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:

    • Other General Medical Examination
    • Health Checkup
    • General Health Checkup
    • Comprehensive Medical Exam
    • Miscellaneous Physical Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z008: Encounter for other general examination

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Overweight
    • Body Weight
    • High Body Mass Index
    • Excess Weight
    • Weight Management Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6826: Body mass index [BMI] 26.0-26.9, adult
    • Z6827: Body mass index [BMI] 27.0-27.9, adult
    • Z6825: Body mass index [BMI] 25.0-25.9, adult
    • Z6829: Body mass index [BMI] 29.0-29.9, adult

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Peripheral Artery Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Diabetic Blood Vessel Disease
    • PAD from Diabetes
    • Circulation Problems from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
    • E1151: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic peripheral angiopathy without gangrene
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • History of Nicotine Dependence
    • E-Cigarettes
    • Smokeless Tobacco
    • Smoking
    • Past nicotine addiction
    • Previous smoking habit
    • History of tobacco use disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z87891: Personal history of nicotine dependence

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Other Non-Thrombocytopenic Purpura
    • Bleeding Disorder
    • Vascular purpura
    • Purpura without low platelets
    • Skin bleeding disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D692: Other nonthrombocytopenic purpura

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
    • Blood
    • Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
    • Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
    • Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry

    Also known as:

    • Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
    • Vital Signs
    • Normal BP reading
    • Blood pressure screening, all clear
    • Healthy blood pressure check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Ruiz Cordero perform as a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?

    As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), procedures performed by a Dr. Santos Ruiz Cordero may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ruiz Cordero's office.

    Does Dr. Ruiz Cordero accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ruiz Cordero accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (772) 567-4336 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ruiz Cordero accept in Vero Beach, FL?

    Dr. Ruiz Cordero in Vero Beach, 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

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Florida Blue / Guidewell

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Ultimate Health Plans

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    Where is Dr. Ruiz Cordero's office located?

    Dr. Santos Ruiz Cordero's Primary Practice

    1485 37th St Ste 102

    Vero Beach, FL 32960

    (772) 567-4336

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    Dr. Santos Ruiz Cordero's Practice 2

    2401 Frist Blvd Ste 1

    Fort Pierce, FL 34950

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    Dr. Santos Ruiz Cordero's Practice 3

    1600 36th St Ste C

    Vero Beach, FL 32960

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

    Dr. Ruiz Cordero's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598976557.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ruiz Cordero?

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

    What is Dr. Santos Ruiz Cordero's specialty?

    Dr. Ruiz Cordero is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near Vero Beach, FL. A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions. Contact Dr. Ruiz Cordero to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Santos Ruiz Cordero affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Ruiz Cordero is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital. 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 Santos Ruiz Cordero accepting new patients in Vero Beach, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Santos Ruiz Cordero is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Santos Ruiz Cordero offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ruiz Cordero's office at (772) 567-4336 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Santos Ruiz Cordero?

    Please contact Dr. Ruiz Cordero's office at (772) 567-4336 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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