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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Escobar, Internist in Wesley Chapel, FL?
Dr. Diego Escobar, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Wesley Chapel, FL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Escobar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Escobar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Escobar’s office at (813) 615-7160.
Where did Dr. Escobar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Is Dr. Escobar board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Diego Escobar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Escobar speak?
Dr. Escobar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Escobar typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Escobar 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. Escobar. 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:
- Other General Medical Examination
- Health Checkup
- General Health Checkup
- Comprehensive Medical Exam
- Miscellaneous Physical Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z008: Encounter for other general examination
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Hypertension with Ulcers
- Vascular Disease
- Venous Hypertension Ulcers
- High Venous Pressure with Sores
ICD-10 Codes:
- I87312: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer of left lower extremity
- I87311: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer of right lower extremity
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Hypertension with Ulcer
- Vascular Disease
- Venous Ulcer
- Chronic Venous Ulcer
- Stasis Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- I87313: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer of bilateral lower extremity
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Escobar typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Escobar 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. Escobar. 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:
- Wound Debridement
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
- Muscle Debridement
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Skin Replacement
- Bioengineered Skin Application
- Muscle Cleaning Procedure
- Fascia Debridement
- Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
- Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Debridement
- Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 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
- 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Area)
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Covering Application
- Skin Replacement Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 15275: Application of skin substitute graft to face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet, and/or multiple digits, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
Also known as:
- Chemical Cauterization of Granulation Tissue
- Proud flesh removal
- Chemical burn for wound overgrowth
- Granulation tissue treatment
- Wound cautery
CPT Codes:
- 17250: Chemical cauterization of granulation tissue (ie, proud flesh)
Does Dr. Escobar accept my insurance?
Dr. Escobar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (813) 615-7160 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Escobar accept in Wesley Chapel, FL?
Dr. Escobar in Wesley Chapel, 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
Humana
Independent Living Systems
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Escobar's office located?
Dr. Diego Escobar's Primary Practice
2700 Healing Way Ste 102
Wesley Chapel, FL 33543
(813) 615-7160
What is Dr. Escobar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Escobar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881622181.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Escobar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Escobar
What is Dr. Diego Escobar's specialty?
Dr. Escobar is a Internist near Wesley Chapel, FL.
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. Diego Escobar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Escobar is affiliated with Adventhealth Tampa 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 Diego Escobar accepting new patients in Wesley Chapel, FL?
Yes, Dr. Diego Escobar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Diego Escobar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Escobar's office at (813) 615-7160 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Diego Escobar?
Please contact Dr. Escobar's office at (813) 615-7160 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Diego Escobar have?
Dr. Diego Escobar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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