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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. 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 and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Velar’s office.
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 a Nephrologist like Dr. Velar typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- 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
- CKD Stage 3
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure with Tubule Damage
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Tubular Necrosis
- ATN
- Kidney Tubule Death
ICD-10 Codes:
- N170: Acute kidney failure with tubular necrosis
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Velar typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Alexander Velar may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Velar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Velar accept my insurance?
Dr. Velar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at 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
Athena Health Care Systems
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Doctors Healthcare Plans
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Oscar Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Velar's office located?
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.
What does a Nephrologist do?
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.
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, Hca Florida Aventura Hospital, Memorial Regional Hospital, Memorial Hospital West, Corewell Health Wayne Hospital, Baptist Hospital Of Miami 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 Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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 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 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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1190 NW 95th St Ste 207
Miami, FL 33150