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Dr. Gustavo Martinez Tapia, MD

Miami, FL

50 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Martinez Tapia, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in Miami, FL?

    Dr. Gustavo Martinez Tapia, MD is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in Miami, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 50 years. Dr. Martinez Tapia is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Martinez Tapia’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Martinez Tapia’s office at (786) 697-1623.

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

    • Medical School: Inst Sup De Cien Med De Santiago De Cuba, Santiago, Cuba | University Of Cuba

    What languages does Dr. Martinez Tapia speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Martinez Tapia typically treat?

    As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Martinez Tapia 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. Martinez Tapia. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetic Nerve Damage
    • Diabetic Polyneuropathy
    • Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    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:

    • Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
    • Sporadic Alzheimer's
    • Alzheimer's in Older Adults

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure
    • Acute breathing failure
    • Rapid onset respiratory failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    What procedures does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) like Dr. Martinez Tapia typically perform?

    As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), Dr. Martinez Tapia 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. Martinez Tapia. 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:

    • Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
    • Artificial Skin Graft
    • Wound Skin Replacement
    • Bioengineered Skin Application

    CPT Codes:

    • 15271: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area

    Does Dr. Martinez Tapia accept my insurance?

    Dr. Martinez Tapia accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (786) 697-1623 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Martinez Tapia accept in Miami, FL?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Independent Living Systems

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Martinez Tapia's office located?

    Dr. Gustavo Martinez Tapia's Primary Practice

    6777 NW 7th Ave Ste 2

    Miami, FL 33150

    (786) 697-1623

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    Dr. Gustavo Martinez Tapia's Practice 2

    5300 W 16th Ave

    Hialeah, FL 33012

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    Dr. Gustavo Martinez Tapia's Practice 3

    7171 Coral Way Ste 315

    Miami, FL 33155

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

    Dr. Martinez Tapia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225074057.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Martinez Tapia?

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

    What is Dr. Gustavo Martinez Tapia's specialty?

    Dr. Martinez Tapia is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near Miami, FL.

    What does a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) do?

    A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions.

    Is this Dr. Gustavo Martinez Tapia affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Martinez Tapia is affiliated with Palmetto General Hospital, Hialeah 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

    When to see a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner). Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Gustavo Martinez Tapia accepting new patients in Miami, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Gustavo Martinez Tapia is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gustavo Martinez Tapia offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Martinez Tapia's office at (786) 697-1623 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Gustavo Martinez Tapia?

    Please contact Dr. Martinez Tapia's office at (786) 697-1623 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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