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18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cestero, Internist in Davenport, FL?
Dr. Ricardo Cestero, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Davenport, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Cestero is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cestero’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cestero’s office at (602) 789-0344.
Where did Dr. Cestero go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Universidad Catol Madre Y Maestra (Ucmm)
Is Dr. Cestero board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Ricardo Cestero, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Cestero speak?
Dr. Cestero and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Cestero treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Cestero 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. Cestero. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
- Precordial pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
- R072: Precordial pain
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:
- Low Potassium
- Low Sodium Levels
- High Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Potassium
- Sodium
- Hypokalemia
- Potassium Deficiency
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
- Hyperkalemia
- Excess Potassium
ICD-10 Codes:
- E876: Hypokalemia
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
- E875: Hyperkalemia
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
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:
- Hypertensive Urgency
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure Urgency
- Urgent High Blood Pressure
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I160: Hypertensive urgency
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
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:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestine
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56699: Other intestinal obstruction unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Mini-Stroke
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Which procedures does Dr. Cestero perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Ricardo Cestero 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Cestero's office.
Does Dr. Cestero accept my insurance?
Dr. Cestero accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (602) 789-0344 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cestero accept in Davenport, FL?
Dr. Cestero in Davenport, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
AAR Corp
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Tennessee
Ultimate Health Plans
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Where is Dr. Cestero's office located?
Dr. Ricardo Cestero's Primary Practice
40100 Highway 27
Davenport, FL 33837
(602) 789-0344
What is Dr. Cestero's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cestero's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023216835.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cestero?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cestero
What is Dr. Ricardo Cestero's specialty?
Dr. Cestero is a Internist near Davenport, FL.
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.
Contact Dr. Cestero to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Ricardo Cestero affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cestero is affiliated with HCA Florida Poinciana Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Ricardo Cestero accepting new patients in Davenport, FL?
Yes, Dr. Ricardo Cestero is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ricardo Cestero offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cestero's office at (602) 789-0344 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ricardo Cestero?
Please contact Dr. Cestero's office at (602) 789-0344 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ricardo Cestero have?
Dr. Ricardo Cestero is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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