Dr. Mauricio Velez, MD

Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Cardiologist

Weston, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Velez, Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist in Weston, FL?

Dr. Mauricio Velez, MD is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Weston, FL. He is board certified. Dr. Velez graduated from University of The North / Faculty of Medicine. He is a member of the Henry Ford Medical Group. Dr. Velez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Velez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Velez’s office at (954) 659-5000.

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

Medical School: University of The North / Faculty of Medicine

Is Dr. Velez board certified as an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist?

Yes, Dr. Mauricio Velez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

What languages does Dr. Velez speak?

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

English
Spanish

What conditions does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Velez typically treat?

As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Velez 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. Velez. 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:

Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
Heart Failure
Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
Chronic HFrEF
Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
Chronic HFpEF
Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
Acute Decompensated HFrEF
Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure

ICD-10 Codes:

I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure

Also known as:

Having a Heart Transplant
Heart Transplantation
Cardiac transplant
Heart replacement surgery
Post-heart transplant

ICD-10 Codes:

Z941: Heart transplant status

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:

Heart Transplant Aftercare
Heart Transplantation
Post-heart transplant care
Heart transplant follow-up
Cardiac transplant recovery

ICD-10 Codes:

Z4821: Encounter for aftercare following heart transplant

Also known as:

Heart Transplant Rejection
Heart Transplantation
Cardiac Transplant Rejection
Heart Graft Rejection
Transplant Organ Rejection

ICD-10 Codes:

T8621: Heart transplant rejection

What procedures does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist like Dr. Velez typically perform?

As an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist, Dr. Velez 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. Velez. 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:

Wireless Pulmonary Artery Pressure Sensor Implantation
Pulmonary artery pressure monitor implant
Heart pressure sensor placement
PA pressure sensor implantation
Cardiovascular monitoring device

CPT Codes:

33289: Transcatheter implantation of wireless pulmonary artery pressure sensor for long-term hemodynamic monitoring, including deployment and calibration of the sensor, right heart catheterization, selective pulmonary catheterization, radiological supervision and interpretation, and pulmonary artery angiography, when performed

Does Dr. Velez accept my insurance?

Dr. Velez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (954) 659-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Velez accept in Weston, FL?

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

Top Insurances

Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Sentara Health
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Velez's office located?

Dr. Mauricio Velez's Primary Practice

2950 Cleveland Clinic Blvd

Weston, FL 33331

(954) 659-5000

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What hospitals are Dr. Velez affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Velez has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital,Stuart, FL

Ranked Cancer Surgery

Ranked in 4 Procedures

Hca Florida Northwest Hospital,Margate, FL

Ranked in 2 Procedures

Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital,Vero Beach, FL

Ranked Carotid Artery Surgery

Cleveland Clinic Florida - Weston Hospital,Weston, FL

Recognitions

Memberships & Associations

Member of Henry Ford Medical Group

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

Dr. Velez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780629253.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Velez?

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

What is Dr. Mauricio Velez's specialty?

Dr. Velez is an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist near Weston, FL.

What does an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist do?

Specialists in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology are involved in both inpatient and outpatient care for patients with advanced heart failure. Their expertise spans the entire continuum of care, from evaluating candidates for high-risk cardiac surgeries, cardiac transplantation, or mechanical circulatory support, to providing pre- and post-operative management for patients undergoing heart transplants and those with mechanical support devices. They also deliver end-of-life care for patients experiencing end-stage heart failure.

Is Dr. Mauricio Velez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Velez is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital, Hca Florida Northwest Hospital, Cleveland Clinic Indian River 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

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