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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Contreras, Nephrologist in Miami, FL?
Dr. Gabriel Contreras, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Miami, FL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Contreras completed his residency at Harlem Hospital Center of Columbia University. Dr. Contreras is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Contreras’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Contreras’s office at (305) 585-1111.
Where did Dr. Contreras go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Jackson Memorial Hospital
Residency: Harlem Hospital Center of Columbia University
Medical School: Univ. Nacional Autonoma de Mexico
What languages does Dr. Contreras speak?
Dr. Contreras and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Contreras treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Contreras 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. Contreras. 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, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 2
- Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- 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:
- High Potassium
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Potassium
- Sodium
- Hyperkalemia
- Excess Potassium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E875: Hyperkalemia
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Also known as:
- Lupus kidney disease
- Kidney Disease
- Lupus
- Lupus nephritis
- Kidney inflammation from lupus
- Glomerulonephritis in SLE
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3214: Glomerular disease in systemic lupus erythematosus
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
Which procedures does Dr. Contreras perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Gabriel Contreras 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. Contreras' office.
Does Dr. Contreras accept my insurance?
Dr. Contreras accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 585-1111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Contreras accept in Miami, FL?
Dr. Contreras 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
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Contreras' office located?
Dr. Gabriel Contreras' Primary Practice
1611 NW 12th Ave # 16960
Miami, FL 33136
(305) 585-1111
What is Dr. Contreras's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Contreras's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891723383.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Contreras?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Contreras
What is Dr. Gabriel Contreras's specialty?
Dr. Contreras 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. Contreras to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Gabriel Contreras affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Contreras is affiliated with Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, Doctors' Hospital - Coral Gables (FL) 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
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Is Gabriel Contreras accepting new patients in Miami, FL?
Yes, Dr. Gabriel Contreras is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gabriel Contreras offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Contreras's office at (305) 585-1111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gabriel Contreras?
Please contact Dr. Contreras's office at (305) 585-1111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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