27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Santos, Internist in Auburn, WA?
Dr. Nilo Santos, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Auburn, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Santos graduated from University of the Philippines Manila College of Medicine and completed his residency at Nyu Hospitals Center, Internal Medicine. Dr. Santos is fluent in English and Filipino; Pilipino, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Santos’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Santos’s office at (253) 876-7990.
Where did Dr. Santos go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Nyu Hospitals Center, Internal Medicine | New York University School of Medicine Program
Medical School: University Of The Philippines- Coll Of Med- Manila- Philippines | University of the Philippines Manila College of Medicine
Is Dr. Santos board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Nilo 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
Filipino; Pilipino
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Santos typically treat?
As an Internist, 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.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Santos typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Nilo Santos may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Santos' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Santos accept my insurance?
Dr. Santos accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (253) 876-7990 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Santos accept in Auburn, WA?
Dr. Santos in Auburn, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cambia Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Santos' office located?
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 1952345084.
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. Nilo Santos's specialty?
Dr. Santos is a Internist near Auburn, WA.
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. Nilo Santos affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Santos is affiliated with Multicare Tacoma General Hospital, St. Francis Hospital - Federal Way, Wa, St. Joseph Medical Center - Tacoma, Confluence Health Hospital - Central Campus, Overlake Hospital Medical Center, Valley 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Nilo Santos accepting new patients in Auburn, WA?
Yes, Dr. Nilo Santos is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nilo Santos offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Santos's office at (253) 876-7990 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nilo Santos?
Please contact Dr. Santos's office at (253) 876-7990 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nilo Santos have?
Dr. Nilo Santos is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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