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Dr. Winder Vasquez, MD

Laredo, TX

49 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Vasquez, Pulmonologist in Laredo, TX?

    Dr. Winder Vasquez, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Laredo, TX. He has been practicing for over 49 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Vasquez graduated from Universidad De Buenos Aires, Facultad De Ciencias Medicas and completed his residency at Tulane Univ Sch Of Med, Pulmonary Diseases; Columbus-Cuneo-Cabrini Mc, Internal Medicine; Columbus-Cuneo-Cabrini Mc, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Vasquez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vasquez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vasquez’s office at (956) 722-3753.

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

    • Residency: Tulane Univ Sch Of Med, Pulmonary Diseases; Columbus-Cuneo-Cabrini Mc, Internal Medicine; Columbus-Cuneo-Cabrini Mc, Flexible Or Transitional Year

    • Medical School: University De Buenos Aires- Fac De Med- Buenos Aires- Argentina | Universidad De Buenos Aires, Facultad De Ciencias Medicas

    Is Dr. Vasquez board certified in Pulmonologist?

    Yes, Dr. Winder Vasquez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Vasquez speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Vasquez treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Vasquez 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. Vasquez. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Obesity
    • Severe Obesity
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E669: Obesity, unspecified
    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic nerve damage
    • Diabetes-related nerve pain
    • Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Fatty Liver Disease
    • Liver Disease
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
    • NAFLD
    • NASH
    • Hepatic steatosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • General Counseling Services
    • Personal Counseling
    • Life Coaching
    • Support Services

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7189: Other specified counseling

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Does Dr. Vasquez accept my insurance?

    Dr. Vasquez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (956) 722-3753 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Vasquez accept in Laredo, TX?

    Dr. Vasquez in Laredo, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • New Era Life Insurance

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Prominence Health Plan

    • State of Texas

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    Where is Dr. Vasquez's office located?

    Dr. Winder Vasquez's Primary Practice

    7210 McPherson Rd Ste 202

    Laredo, TX 78041

    (956) 722-3753

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

    Dr. Vasquez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265460026.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vasquez?

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

    What is Dr. Winder Vasquez's specialty?

    Dr. Vasquez is a Pulmonologist near Laredo, TX. An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders. Contact Dr. Vasquez to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Winder Vasquez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Vasquez is affiliated with Doctors Hospital Of Laredo 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

    Where can I learn more about Pulmonologist?

    Explore Pulmonologist with 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 Winder Vasquez accepting new patients in Laredo, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Winder Vasquez is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Winder Vasquez offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Vasquez's office at (956) 722-3753 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Winder Vasquez?

    Please contact Dr. Vasquez's office at (956) 722-3753 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Winder Vasquez have?

    Dr. Winder Vasquez is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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