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Dr. Richard Cuello Fuentes, MD

Miami Beach, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cuello Fuentes, Internist in Miami Beach, FL?

    Dr. Richard Cuello Fuentes, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Miami Beach, FL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Cuello Fuentes completed his residency at Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare Family Medicine Program. Dr. Cuello Fuentes is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cuello Fuentes’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cuello Fuentes’s office at (305) 532-8355.

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

    • Residency: Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare Family Medicine Program

    What languages does Dr. Cuello Fuentes speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Cuello Fuentes typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Cuello Fuentes 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. Cuello Fuentes. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Carbohydrate Metabolism Disorder
    • Metabolic Disorder
    • Sugar Processing Problems
    • Inborn Errors of Carbohydrate Metabolism
    • Carbohydrate Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7489: Other specified disorders of carbohydrate metabolism

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Aorta
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Aortic artery hardening
    • Aortic plaque buildup
    • Aortic calcification

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I700: Atherosclerosis of aorta

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Pulmonary Hypertension
    • High Blood Pressure in Lungs
    • Lung Hypertension
    • High Lung Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2720: Pulmonary hypertension, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    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

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Cuello Fuentes typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Cuello Fuentes may include:

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

    Does Dr. Cuello Fuentes accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cuello Fuentes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 532-8355 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cuello Fuentes accept in Miami Beach, FL?

    Dr. Cuello Fuentes in Miami Beach, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Doctors Healthcare Plans

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Integrated Home Care Services

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

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    Where is Dr. Cuello Fuentes' office located?

    Dr. Richard Cuello Fuentes' Primary Practice

    1225 Alton Rd

    Miami Beach, FL 33139

    (305) 532-8355

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    Dr. Richard Cuello Fuentes' Practice 2

    3185 SW 8th St

    Miami, FL 33135

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    Dr. Richard Cuello Fuentes' Practice 3

    9260 Hammocks Blvd Ste 201

    Miami, FL 33196

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

    Dr. Cuello Fuentes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073563425.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cuello Fuentes?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Cuello Fuentes's specialty?

    Dr. Cuello Fuentes is a Internist near Miami Beach, 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 this Dr. Richard Cuello Fuentes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Cuello Fuentes is affiliated with Doctors' Hospital - Coral Gables (fl), Mount Sinai Medical Center - Miami Beach, Fl, Baptist Hospital Of Miami, Hca Florida Mercy Hospital, Hca Florida Kendall Hospital 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

    When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. 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 Richard Cuello Fuentes accepting new patients in Miami Beach, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Cuello Fuentes is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Cuello Fuentes offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cuello Fuentes's office at (305) 532-8355 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Cuello Fuentes?

    Please contact Dr. Cuello Fuentes's office at (305) 532-8355 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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