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Who is Dr. Cifuentes, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Tempe, AZ?
Dr. Aureliano Cifuentes, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Tempe, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Cifuentes is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cifuentes’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cifuentes’s office at (602) 323-0904.
Where did Dr. Cifuentes go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University Nacl Auto De Mexico, Faculty De Medicine
What languages does Dr. Cifuentes speak?
Dr. Cifuentes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Cifuentes treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Cifuentes 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. Cifuentes. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
- Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
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:
- 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:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Cifuentes perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Cifuentes 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. Cifuentes. 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:
- Positional Nystagmus Test
- Inner Ear Balance Test
- Nystagmus Eye Movement Test
- Balance Tests
- Dizziness test
- Vertigo test
- Inner ear balance test
- Videonystagmography (VNG)
- Rotational Vestibular Test
- Sinusoidal Rotational Test
- Vertigo Balance Test
- Eye Movement Recording
- Gaze Nystagmus Test
- Fixation Nystagmus Test
CPT Codes:
- 92542: Positional nystagmus test, minimum of 4 positions, with recording
- 92546: Sinusoidal vertical axis rotational testing
- 92541: Spontaneous nystagmus test, including gaze and fixation nystagmus, with recording
Also known as:
- Oscillating Tracking Eye Test
- Eye Tracking Test
- Vestibular Eye Test
- Gaze Stability Test
CPT Codes:
- 92545: Oscillating tracking test, with recording
Also known as:
- Vertical Electrode Placement
- Electrode Application
- Vertical Electrode Study
- Diagnostic Electrode Use
CPT Codes:
- 92547: Use of vertical electrodes (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Pulse Oximetry
- Oxygen Saturation Test
- Oximeter Reading
- Blood Oxygen Level Test
CPT Codes:
- 94760: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; single determination
Does Dr. Cifuentes accept my insurance?
Dr. Cifuentes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (602) 323-0904 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cifuentes accept in Tempe, AZ?
Dr. Cifuentes in Tempe, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
MedImpact
Mercy Care Plan
OptumRx
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Cifuentes' office located?
Dr. Aureliano Cifuentes' Primary Practice
2727 W Baseline Rd Ste 8
Tempe, AZ 85283
(602) 323-0904
What is Dr. Cifuentes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cifuentes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679565519.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cifuentes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cifuentes
What is Dr. Aureliano Cifuentes's specialty?
Dr. Cifuentes is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Tempe, AZ. An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals. Contact Dr. Cifuentes to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Aureliano Cifuentes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cifuentes is affiliated with Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix, Banner Desert Medical Center, St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center - Phoenix, AZ, Valleywise Health Medical Center, HonorHealth John C. Lincoln Medical Center, Banner Estrella Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
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Is Aureliano Cifuentes accepting new patients in Tempe, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Aureliano Cifuentes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Aureliano Cifuentes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cifuentes's office at (602) 323-0904 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Aureliano Cifuentes?
Please contact Dr. Cifuentes's office at (602) 323-0904 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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