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Dr. Alfonso Santos, MD

Gainesville, FL

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Santos, Nephrologist in Gainesville, FL?

    Dr. Alfonso Santos, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Gainesville, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Santos graduated from University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery and completed his residency at Met Hospital Ny Med College. Dr. Santos is fluent in English and Tagalog, 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 (407) 842-3230.

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

    • Residency: Met Hospital Ny Med College | Georgetown University Hospital/Washington Hospital Center Program

    • Medical School: University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery

    Is Dr. Santos board certified in Nephrologist?

    Yes, Dr. Alfonso Santos, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Santos speak?

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

    • English

    • Tagalog

    What conditions does Dr. Santos treat?

    As a Nephrologist, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Having a Kidney Transplant
    • Kidney Transplantation
    • Kidney Transplant
    • Renal transplant
    • Kidney replacement surgery
    • Post-kidney transplant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z940: Kidney transplant status

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Kidney Failure
    • CKD
    • Long-Term Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 2
    • Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3a
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3
    • CKD Stage 3b
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure
    • CKD Stage 4
    • Severe Chronic Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
    • N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
    • N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
    • N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
    • N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Transplant Aftercare
    • Other Organ Transplant Aftercare
    • Kidney Transplantation
    • Organ Transplantation
    • Post-kidney transplant care
    • Kidney transplant follow-up
    • Renal transplant recovery
    • Post-organ transplant care
    • Organ transplant follow-up
    • Transplant recovery care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4822: Encounter for aftercare following kidney transplant
    • Z48298: Encounter for aftercare following other organ transplant

    Also known as:

    • Phosphorus Metabolism Disorder
    • Metabolic Disorder
    • Phosphate Metabolism Disorders
    • Phosphorus Imbalance
    • Abnormal Phosphorus Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E8339: Other disorders of phosphorus metabolism

    Also known as:

    • Liver Transplant
    • Lung Transplant
    • Liver Transplantation
    • Lung Transplantation
    • Hepatic Transplant
    • Liver Graft
    • New Liver
    • Pulmonary Transplant
    • Lung Graft
    • New Lung

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z944: Liver transplant status
    • Z942: Lung transplant status

    Also known as:

    • Screening for Other Viral Disease
    • Health Screening
    • Other Viral Infection Screening
    • Miscellaneous Virus Test
    • Non-COVID Viral Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1159: Encounter for screening for other viral diseases

    Also known as:

    • Other Kidney Transplant Complication
    • Kidney Transplantation
    • Renal Transplant Problem
    • Kidney Graft Issue
    • Post-Kidney Transplant Problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T8619: Other complication of kidney transplant

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Other Viral Infection
    • Viral Infection
    • Uncommon Viral Diseases
    • Rare Viral Infections
    • Miscellaneous Viral Illnesses

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B348: Other viral infections of unspecified site

    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:

    • Non-Medical Procedure
    • Elective procedure (non-health)
    • Procedure for other purposes
    • Non-therapeutic intervention

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z418: Encounter for other procedures for purposes other than remedying health state

    Which procedures does Dr. Santos perform as a Nephrologist?

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Alfonso Santos may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Santos' office.

    Does Dr. Santos accept my insurance?

    Dr. Santos accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (407) 842-3230 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Santos accept in Gainesville, FL?

    Dr. Santos in Gainesville, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Santos' office located?

    Dr. Alfonso Santos' Primary Practice

    1600 SW Archer Rd Ste 100371

    Gainesville, FL 32610

    (407) 842-3230

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    Dr. Alfonso Santos' Practice 2

    9430 Turkey Lake Rd Ste 118

    Orlando, FL 32819

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    Dr. Alfonso Santos' Practice 3

    2001 SW 13th St

    Gainesville, FL 32608

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    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 1710926605.

    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. Alfonso Santos's specialty?

    Dr. Santos is a Nephrologist near Gainesville, FL. 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. Santos to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Alfonso Santos affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Santos is affiliated with Uf Health Flagler 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

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    Is Alfonso Santos accepting new patients in Gainesville, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Alfonso Santos is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alfonso Santos offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Santos's office at (407) 842-3230 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Alfonso Santos?

    Please contact Dr. Santos's office at (407) 842-3230 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Alfonso Santos have?

    Dr. Alfonso Santos is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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