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Dr. Rafael Miranda, MD

Dr. Rafael Miranda, MD

Winston Salem, NC

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Miranda, Internist in Winston Salem, NC?

    Dr. Rafael Miranda, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Winston Salem, NC. He is board certified. Dr. Miranda graduated from University of Puerto Rico, School of Medicine and completed his residency at Veteran Affair Medical Center, Internal Medicine, PR, United States. He is a member of the American Medical Association. Dr. Miranda is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Miranda’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Miranda’s office at (336) 251-1114.

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

    • Residency: Veteran Affair Medical Center, Internal Medicine, PR, United States | San Juan Medical Center

    • Medical School: University of Puerto Rico, School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Miranda board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Rafael Miranda, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Miranda speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Miranda typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Miranda 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. Miranda. 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:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
    • Trouble Starting to Swallow
    • Throat Swallowing Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase

    Also known as:

    • Amputation Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Limb Loss
    • Post-amputation care
    • Limb loss recovery
    • Amputee rehabilitation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4781: Encounter for orthopedic aftercare following surgical amputation

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
    • Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Miranda typically perform?

    As an Internist, Dr. Miranda 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. Miranda. 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:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Function Test
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • Dysphagia Evaluation
    • Oral Swallowing Assessment
    • Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
    • Swallowing Study

    CPT Codes:

    • 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function

    Also known as:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Does Dr. Miranda accept my insurance?

    Dr. Miranda accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (336) 251-1114 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Miranda accept in Winston Salem, NC?

    Dr. Miranda in Winston Salem, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Centene Corporation

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Liberty Health

    • Liberty Mutual Insurance Company

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Miranda's office located?

    Dr. Rafael Miranda's Primary Practice

    4692 Brownsboro Rd

    Winston Salem, NC 27106

    (336) 251-1114

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American Medical Association

    Member

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

    Dr. Miranda's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336178706.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Miranda?

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

    What is Dr. Rafael Miranda's specialty?

    Dr. Miranda is a Internist near Winston Salem, NC.

    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. Rafael Miranda affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Miranda is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. Explore 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 Rafael Miranda accepting new patients in Winston Salem, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Rafael Miranda is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rafael Miranda offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Miranda's office at (336) 251-1114 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Rafael Miranda?

    Please contact Dr. Miranda's office at (336) 251-1114 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Rafael Miranda have?

    Dr. Rafael Miranda is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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