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Dr. Sergio Vega, MD

West Palm Beach, FL

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Vega, Nephrologist in West Palm Beach, FL?

    Dr. Sergio Vega, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in West Palm Beach, FL. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Vega graduated from Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas and completed his residency at Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Nephrology; Yale New Haven Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Vega is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vega’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vega’s office at (561) 655-1889.

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

    • Residency: Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Nephrology; Yale New Haven Hosp, Internal Medicine | EMORY HEALTHCARE

    • Medical School: University Nac Auto De Nicaragua- Fac De Ciencias | Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas | Yale University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Vega board certified in Nephrologist?

    Yes, Dr. Sergio Vega, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Vega speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Vega treat?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Vega 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. Vega. 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 from High Blood Pressure
    • End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
    • Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
    • Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
    • CKD
    • Long-Term Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 4
    • Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3b
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
    • I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
    • N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
    • N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
    • N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • High Potassium
    • Low Sodium Levels
    • High Sodium Levels
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Potassium
    • Sodium
    • Hyperkalemia
    • Excess Potassium
    • Hyponatremia
    • Low Blood Sodium
    • Sodium Deficiency
    • Hypernatremia
    • High Blood Sodium
    • Too Much Sodium

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E875: Hyperkalemia
    • E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
    • E870: Hyperosmolality and hypernatremia

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Failure and End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome with Heart Failure
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I132: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and with stage 5 chronic kidney disease, or end stage renal disease
    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    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:

    • Acquired Kidney Cyst
    • Kidney Cysts
    • Acquired Cystic Kidney Disease
    • Renal Cyst
    • Simple Kidney Cyst

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N281: Cyst of kidney, acquired

    Also known as:

    • Overactive Parathyroid Glands due to Kidney Disease
    • Parathyroid Disorder
    • Renal Hyperparathyroidism
    • Secondary Hyperparathyroidism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N2581: Secondary hyperparathyroidism of renal origin

    Also known as:

    • Anemia from Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Anemia
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Anemia in Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Disease Anemia
    • Renal Anemia
    • Anemia of kidney failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D631: Anemia in chronic kidney disease

    Which procedures does Dr. Vega perform as a Nephrologist?

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Sergio Vega may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Vega's office.

    Does Dr. Vega accept my insurance?

    Dr. Vega accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (561) 655-1889 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Vega accept in West Palm Beach, FL?

    Dr. Vega in West Palm Beach, 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Florida Blue / Guidewell

    • Florida Community Care

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • State of Florida

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    Where is Dr. Vega's office located?

    Dr. Sergio Vega's Primary Practice

    1500 N Dixie Hwy Ste 206

    West Palm Beach, FL 33401

    (561) 655-1889

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

    Dr. Vega's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336146679.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vega?

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

    What is Dr. Sergio Vega's specialty?

    Dr. Vega is a Nephrologist near West Palm Beach, 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. Vega to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Sergio Vega affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Vega is affiliated with St. Mary's Medical Center - West Palm Beach, Fl, Good Samaritan Medical Center - West Palm Beach 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 Sergio Vega accepting new patients in West Palm Beach, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Sergio Vega is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sergio Vega offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Vega's office at (561) 655-1889 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Sergio Vega?

    Please contact Dr. Vega's office at (561) 655-1889 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Sergio Vega have?

    Dr. Sergio Vega is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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