Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Santos, Pulmonologist in North Miami Beach, FL?
Dr. Carlos Santos, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in North Miami Beach, FL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Santos graduated from University of Puerto Rico, School of Medicine and completed his residency at UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL. Dr. Santos is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Santos’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Santos’s office at (305) 653-0425.
Where did Dr. Santos go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
Medical School: University of Puerto Rico, School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Santos speak?
Dr. Santos and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Santos typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Santos 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. Santos. 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:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Santos typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Santos performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Santos. 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:
- Chest Wall Oscillation Therapy
- High-Frequency Chest Wall Oscillation (HFCWO)
- Chest Physiotherapy
- Lung Clearance Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 94669: Mechanical chest wall oscillation to facilitate lung function, per session
Also known as:
- Inhaler or Nebulizer Training
- Aerosol Device Instruction
- MDI Training
- Breathing Treatment Education
CPT Codes:
- 94664: Demonstration and/or evaluation of patient utilization of an aerosol generator, nebulizer, metered dose inhaler or IPPB device
Does Dr. Santos accept my insurance?
Dr. Santos accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 653-0425 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Santos accept in North Miami Beach, FL?
Dr. Santos in North 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Doctors Healthcare Plans
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Independent Living Systems
Medicare
Oscar Health
Sentara Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Santos' office located?
Dr. Carlos Santos' Primary Practice
909 N Miami Beach Blvd Ste 402
North Miami Beach, FL 33162
(305) 653-0425
What is Dr. Santos's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Santos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851343578.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Santos?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Santos
What is Dr. Carlos Santos's specialty?
Dr. Santos is a Pulmonologist near North Miami Beach, FL.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Carlos Santos affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Santos is affiliated with Memorial Hospital West, Memorial Regional Hospital, Hca Florida Aventura Hospital, Keralty Hospital Miami, Jackson North Medical Center 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 a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Carlos Santos accepting new patients in North Miami Beach, FL?
Yes, Dr. Carlos Santos is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Carlos Santos offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Santos's office at (305) 653-0425 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Carlos Santos?
Please contact Dr. Santos's office at (305) 653-0425 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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