31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Silva, Endocrinologist in Jacksonville, FL?
Dr. Ricardo Silva, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Jacksonville, FL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 31 years. Dr. Silva graduated from Universidad Central Del Caribe and completed his residency at Univ Med Ctr-Ufhsc/J, Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Hurley Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Silva is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Silva’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Silva’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Silva?
Dr. Ricardo Silva, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Endocrinologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Silva empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Adrenal Disorders, Diabetes, Growth Hormone Disorder-Adult, Hormonal Disorders, Hypoglycemia, Metabolic Syndrome, Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, Thyroid Disorders, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Jacksonville, FL community, Dr. Silva is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Silva go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Med Ctr-Ufhsc/J, Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Hurley Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | University of Florida Program
Medical School: Universidad Central Del Caribe
What languages does Dr. Silva speak?
Dr. Silva and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Silva typically treat?
As an Endocrinologist, Dr. Silva 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. Silva. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 1
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Glucose in Type 1 Diabetes
- High Blood Sugar Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1065: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Other Hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
- Thyroid Gland Underactivity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E038: Other specified hypothyroidism
What procedures does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Silva typically perform?
As an Endocrinologist, Dr. Silva 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. Silva. 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:
- Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
- Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Aspiration Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Ultrasound
- FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
- Image-Guided Biopsy
- Fine Needle Aspiration
- First Lesion Biopsy
- Needle Biopsy with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion
- 10006: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; each additional lesion (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Silva accept my insurance?
Dr. Silva 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. Silva accept in Jacksonville, FL?
Dr. Silva in Jacksonville, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Bankers
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Silva's office located?
What is Dr. Silva's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Silva's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619979788.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Silva?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Silva
What is Dr. Ricardo Silva's specialty?
Dr. Silva is a Endocrinologist near Jacksonville, FL.
What does an Endocrinologist do?
An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues.
Is this Dr. Ricardo Silva affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Silva is affiliated with Ascension St. Vincent's Riverside Hospital, Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville 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 an Endocrinologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ricardo Silva accepting new patients in Jacksonville, FL?
Yes, Dr. Ricardo Silva is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ricardo Silva offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Silva's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ricardo Silva?
Please contact Dr. Silva's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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