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Who is Dr. Aponte Velez, Nephrologist in Paris, TX?
Dr. Armando Aponte Velez, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Paris, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Aponte Velez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Aponte Velez’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Aponte Velez’s office at (903) 785-3300.
What languages does Dr. Aponte Velez speak?
Dr. Aponte Velez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Aponte Velez treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Aponte Velez 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. Aponte Velez. 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:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 1
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 1
- Early Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
- N181: Chronic kidney disease, stage 1
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Other Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
- Other Acute Renal Failure
- Other Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
- N178: Other acute kidney failure
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure with Tubule Damage
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Tubular Necrosis
- ATN
- Kidney Tubule Death
ICD-10 Codes:
- N170: Acute kidney failure with tubular necrosis
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Low Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Potassium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
- Hypokalemia
- Potassium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
- E876: Hypokalemia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Failure and End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome with Heart Failure
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I132: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and with stage 5 chronic kidney disease, or end stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes with Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 1
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Disease
- Diabetic Nephropathy
- Type 1 Diabetes Kidney Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1022: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
Also known as:
- Persistent Protein in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Persistent proteinuria
- Ongoing protein in urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R801: Persistent proteinuria, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Aponte Velez perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Armando Aponte Velez may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Aponte Velez's office.
Does Dr. Aponte Velez accept my insurance?
Dr. Aponte Velez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (903) 785-3300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Aponte Velez accept in Paris, TX?
Dr. Aponte Velez in Paris, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
State of Oklahoma
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Aponte Velez's office located?
What is Dr. Aponte Velez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Aponte Velez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205261781.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Aponte Velez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Aponte Velez
What is Dr. Armando Aponte Velez's specialty?
Dr. Aponte Velez is a Nephrologist near Paris, TX. An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation. Contact Dr. Aponte Velez to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Armando Aponte Velez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Aponte Velez is affiliated with Paris Regional Health, Christus Mother Frances Hospital - Tyler 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 Armando Aponte Velez accepting new patients in Paris, TX?
Yes, Dr. Armando Aponte Velez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Armando Aponte Velez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Aponte Velez's office at (903) 785-3300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Armando Aponte Velez?
Please contact Dr. Aponte Velez's office at (903) 785-3300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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