19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Villicana, Nephrologist in Loma Linda, CA?
Dr. Rafael Villicana, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Loma Linda, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Villicana completed his residency at Mayo School of Graduate Medical Education. Dr. Villicana is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Villicana’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Villicana’s office at (909) 558-3636.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Villicana?
Dr. Rafael Villicana, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Nephrologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Villicana empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Transplant Medicine, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Loma Linda/CA community, Dr. Villicana is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Villicana go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mayo School of Graduate Medical Education
What languages does Dr. Villicana speak?
Dr. Villicana and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Villicana treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Villicana 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. Villicana. 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:
- Other Organ Transplant Aftercare
- Multiple Organ Transplant Aftercare
- Kidney Transplant Aftercare
- Organ Transplantation
- Kidney Transplantation
- Post-organ transplant care
- Organ transplant follow-up
- Transplant recovery care
- Post-multiple organ transplant care
- Multi-organ transplant follow-up
- Complex transplant recovery
- Post-kidney transplant care
- Kidney transplant follow-up
- Renal transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48298: Encounter for aftercare following other organ transplant
- Z48288: Encounter for aftercare following multiple organ transplant
- Z4822: Encounter for aftercare following kidney transplant
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Immune Deficiency from Drugs
- Drug-Induced Immunodeficiency
- Medication-Caused Immune Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- D84821: Immunodeficiency due to drugs
Also known as:
- Acidosis
- Metabolic Disorder
- Acidic Blood
- High Acidity in Body
- High Acidity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8720: Acidosis, unspecified
- E872: Acidosis
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:
- Secondary Polycythemia
- Blood Disorder
- High red blood cell count (secondary)
- Excess red blood cells (secondary)
- Acquired polycythemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D751: Secondary polycythemia
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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- High Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Potassium
- Hyperkalemia
- Excess Potassium
ICD-10 Codes:
- E875: Hyperkalemia
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:
- Other Types of Protein in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Various proteinuria
- Different forms of protein in urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R808: Other proteinuria
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D508: Other iron deficiency anemias
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Caused by Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Renal Hypertension
- Kidney-Related High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure due to Kidney Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- I151: Hypertension secondary to other renal disorders
Which procedures does Dr. Villicana perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Rafael Villicana may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Villicana's office.
Does Dr. Villicana accept my insurance?
Dr. Villicana accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (909) 558-3636 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Villicana accept in Loma Linda, CA?
Dr. Villicana in Loma Linda, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
All Other Third Party
Heritage Health
Inland Empire
Inland Faculty Medical Group, Inc
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Scan Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Villicana's office located?
Dr. Rafael Villicana's Primary Practice
25845 Barton Rd Ste F
Loma Linda, CA 92354
(909) 558-3636
What is Dr. Villicana's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Villicana's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669496832.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Villicana?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Villicana
What is Dr. Rafael Villicana's specialty?
Dr. Villicana is a Nephrologist near Loma Linda, CA. 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. Villicana to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Rafael Villicana affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Villicana is affiliated with Loma Linda University Medical Center 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 Rafael Villicana accepting new patients in Loma Linda, CA?
Yes, Dr. Rafael Villicana is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rafael Villicana offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Villicana's office at (909) 558-3636 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rafael Villicana?
Please contact Dr. Villicana's office at (909) 558-3636 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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