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Dr. Ulisses Diaz, DO

Dr. Ulisses Diaz, DO

Miami, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Diaz, Hospitalist in Miami, FL?

    Dr. Ulisses Diaz, DO is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Miami, FL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Diaz graduated from Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Mount Sinai Medical Center of Florida. He is a member of the American College of Osteopathic Internists and American Osteopathic Association. Dr. Diaz is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Diaz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Diaz’s office at (786) 596-6743.

    Where did Dr. Diaz go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Mount Sinai Medical Center of Florida

    • Medical School: Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine

    Is Dr. Diaz board certified as a Hospitalist?

    Yes, Dr. Ulisses Diaz, DO is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Diaz speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Diaz typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Diaz 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. Diaz. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Severe Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection
    • Systemic Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
    • R6520: Severe sepsis without septic shock

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Low Sodium Levels
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Sodium
    • Hyponatremia
    • Low Blood Sodium
    • Sodium Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia

    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:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Diaz typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Ulisses Diaz may include:

    Please contact Dr. Diaz's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Diaz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Diaz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (786) 596-6743 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Diaz accept in Miami, FL?

    Dr. Diaz in Miami, 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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Doctors Healthcare Plans

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • Sentara Health

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Diaz's office located?

    Dr. Ulisses Diaz's Primary Practice

    8900 N Kendall Dr

    Miami, FL 33176

    (786) 596-6743

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    West Kendall Baptist Hosp

    9555 SW 162nd Ave

    Miami, FL 33196

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American College of Osteopathic Internists

    Member

    American Osteopathic Association

    Member

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

    Dr. Diaz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326232661.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Diaz?

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

    What is Dr. Ulisses Diaz's specialty?

    Dr. Diaz is a Hospitalist near Miami, FL.

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.

    Is this Dr. Ulisses Diaz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Diaz is affiliated with Baptist Hospital Of Miami 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 a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospitalist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Ulisses Diaz accepting new patients in Miami, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Ulisses Diaz is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ulisses Diaz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Diaz's office at (786) 596-6743 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ulisses Diaz?

    Please contact Dr. Diaz's office at (786) 596-6743 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ulisses Diaz have?

    Dr. Ulisses Diaz is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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