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Dr. Estrelino Velasco, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Milton, WA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Velasco, Family Medicine Specialist in Milton, WA?

    Dr. Estrelino Velasco, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Milton, WA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Velasco graduated from University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery and completed his residency at Baylor College of Medicine Program. Dr. Velasco is fluent in English and Filipino; Pilipino, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Velasco’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Velasco’s office at (253) 922-5262.

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

    • Residency: Baylor College of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery

    Is Dr. Velasco board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Estrelino Velasco, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Velasco speak?

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

    • English
    • Filipino; Pilipino

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Velasco typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Velasco 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. Velasco. 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:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
    • Drug level testing
    • Medication monitoring
    • Therapeutic drug management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

    • High Fasting Blood Sugar
    • Blood Glucose
    • Impaired Fasting Glucose
    • Prediabetes (Fasting)
    • Borderline Diabetes (Fasting)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7301: Impaired fasting glucose

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Velasco typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Estrelino Velasco may include:

    Please contact Dr. Velasco's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Velasco accept my insurance?

    Dr. Velasco accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (253) 922-5262 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Velasco accept in Milton, WA?

    Dr. Velasco in Milton, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • First Administrators

    • First Choice Health Network

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Velasco's office located?

    Dr. Estrelino Velasco's Primary Practice

    2748 Milton Way Ste 101

    Milton, WA 98354

    (253) 922-5262

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    Dr. Estrelino Velasco's Practice 2

    1812 S J St Ste 120

    Tacoma, WA 98405

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

    Dr. Velasco's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407889660.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Velasco?

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

    What is Dr. Estrelino Velasco's specialty?

    Dr. Velasco is a Family Medicine Specialist near Milton, WA.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Estrelino Velasco affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Velasco is affiliated with St. Joseph Medical Center - Tacoma, St. Francis Hospital - Federal Way, Wa, Multicare Good Samaritan Hospital 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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 Dr. Estrelino Velasco accepting new patients in Milton, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Estrelino Velasco is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Estrelino Velasco offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Velasco's office at (253) 922-5262 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Estrelino Velasco?

    Please contact Dr. Velasco's office at (253) 922-5262 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Velasco's office located?

    Dr. Velasco's offices are located in Milton, WA and Tacoma, WA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Estrelino Velasco have?

    Dr. Estrelino Velasco is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.