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22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Velar, Nephrologist in Miami, FL?
Dr. Alexander Velar, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Miami, FL. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Velar graduated from Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas and completed his residency at Maimonides Med Center. Dr. Velar is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Velar’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Velar’s office at (305) 835-7045.
Where did Dr. Velar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Maimonides Med Center
Medical School: Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas
What languages does Dr. Velar speak?
Dr. Velar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Velar treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Velar 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. Velar. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
- CKD Stage 3a
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
Also known as:
- Anemia from Chronic Kidney Disease
- Anemia
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Anemia in Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Disease Anemia
- Renal Anemia
- Anemia of kidney failure
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D631: Anemia in chronic kidney disease
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
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:
- Fluid and Electrolyte Imbalance
- Low Sodium Levels
- High Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Potassium
- Electrolyte Disorder
- Fluid Balance Problem
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
- Hyperkalemia
- Excess Potassium
ICD-10 Codes:
- E878: Other disorders of electrolyte and fluid balance, not elsewhere classified
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
- E875: Hyperkalemia
Also known as:
- Dialysis Dependence
- Dialysis
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Dialysis
- Renal Replacement Therapy
- On Dialysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z992: Dependence on renal dialysis
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Nephropathy
- Kidney Damage from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes Kidney Complications
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1121: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic nephropathy
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Blood Pressure
- Hypotension
- Blood Pressure Drop
- Fainting Spells
ICD-10 Codes:
- I959: Hypotension, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acidosis
- Metabolic Disorder
- Acidic Blood
- High Acidity in Body
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8720: Acidosis, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Velar perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Alexander Velar 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. Velar's office.
Does Dr. Velar accept my insurance?
Dr. Velar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 835-7045 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Velar accept in Miami, FL?
Dr. Velar 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
AvMed Health Plan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Genuity Group
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina
Oscar Health Insurance Co
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Where is Dr. Velar's office located?
Dr. Alexander Velar's Primary Practice
1190 NW 95th St Ste 207
Miami, FL 33150
(305) 835-7045
What is Dr. Velar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Velar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184660516.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Velar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Velar
What is Dr. Alexander Velar's specialty?
Dr. Velar is a Nephrologist near Miami, 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. Velar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alexander Velar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Velar is affiliated with Mount Sinai Medical Center - Miami Beach, Fl 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 Alexander Velar accepting new patients in Miami, FL?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Velar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexander Velar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Velar's office at (305) 835-7045 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexander Velar?
Please contact Dr. Velar's office at (305) 835-7045 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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