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Dr. Ruben Dario Villa, MD

Lubbock, TX

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Villa, Nephrologist in Lubbock, TX?

    Dr. Ruben Dario Villa, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Lubbock, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 31 years. Dr. Villa is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Villa’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Villa’s office at (806) 368-6391.

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

    • Medical School: Universidad Del Norte

    What languages does Dr. Villa speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Villa typically treat?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Villa 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. Villa. 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:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure
    • CKD Stage 3
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 4
    • Severe Chronic Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
    • N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)

    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:

    • Dialysis Dependence
    • Dialysis
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Dialysis
    • Renal Replacement Therapy
    • On Dialysis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z992: Dependence on renal dialysis

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure with Outer Layer Damage
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Cortical Necrosis
    • Kidney Cortex Death

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N171: Acute kidney failure with acute cortical necrosis

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Villa typically perform?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Villa 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. Villa. 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:

    • Dialysis Circuit Angioplasty with Balloon
    • Dialysis Fistula Angioplasty
    • Dialysis Graft Angioplasty
    • Peripheral Dialysis Segment Angioplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 36902: Introduction of needle(s) and/or catheter(s), dialysis circuit, with diagnostic angiography of the dialysis circuit, including all direct puncture(s) and catheter placement(s), injection(s) of contrast, all necessary imaging from the arterial anastomosis and adjacent artery through entire venous outflow including the inferior or superior vena cava, fluoroscopic guidance, radiological supervision and interpretation and image documentation and report; with transluminal balloon angioplasty, peripheral dialysis segment, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation necessary to perform the angioplasty

    Also known as:

    • Arterial Catheter Placement
    • Selective Artery Catheterization
    • Thoracic Artery Catheter
    • Brachiocephalic Artery Catheter

    CPT Codes:

    • 36215: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; each first order thoracic or brachiocephalic branch, within a vascular family

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Tunneled Central Venous Catheter
    • Central Line Removal
    • Tunneled Catheter Extraction
    • Venous Access Device Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 36589: Removal of tunneled central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump

    Also known as:

    • Vein X-ray Injection (Extremity)
    • X-Rays
    • Extremity Venography
    • Venogram Injection
    • Vein Imaging Injection
    • Contrast Injection for Vein X-ray

    CPT Codes:

    • 36005: Injection procedure for extremity venography (including introduction of needle or intracatheter)

    Also known as:

    • Dialysis Access Check and Imaging
    • Dialysis Circuit Angiography
    • Fistula/Graft Evaluation
    • Dialysis Access Diagnostic Procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 36901: Introduction of needle(s) and/or catheter(s), dialysis circuit, with diagnostic angiography of the dialysis circuit, including all direct puncture(s) and catheter placement(s), injection(s) of contrast, all necessary imaging from the arterial anastomosis and adjacent artery through entire venous outflow including the inferior or superior vena cava, fluoroscopic guidance, radiological supervision and interpretation and image documentation and report;

    Also known as:

    • Clearing Blocked Dialysis Access with Balloon and Clot Removal
    • Dialysis Graft Thrombectomy
    • Dialysis Fistula Angioplasty
    • Dialysis Access Declotting
    • Peripheral Dialysis Segment Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 36905: Percutaneous transluminal mechanical thrombectomy and/or infusion for thrombolysis, dialysis circuit, any method, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation, diagnostic angiography, fluoroscopic guidance, catheter placement(s), and intraprocedural pharmacological thrombolytic injection(s); with transluminal balloon angioplasty, peripheral dialysis segment, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation necessary to perform the angioplasty

    Also known as:

    • Foam Sclerotherapy for Varicose Veins
    • Varicose vein foam injection
    • Ultrasound-guided sclerotherapy
    • Saphenous vein treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 36465: Injection of non-compounded foam sclerosant with ultrasound compression maneuvers to guide dispersion of the injectate, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring; single incompetent extremity truncal vein (eg, great saphenous vein, accessory saphenous vein)

    Does Dr. Villa accept my insurance?

    Dr. Villa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (806) 368-6391 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Villa accept in Lubbock, TX?

    Dr. Villa in Lubbock, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Presbyterian Healthcare Services

    • State of New Mexico

    • State of Texas

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Villa's office located?

    Dr. Ruben Dario Villa's Primary Practice

    4417 71st St Ste 42

    Lubbock, TX 79424

    (806) 368-6391

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    Dr. Ruben Dario Villa's Practice 2

    1607 W Loop 289

    Lubbock, TX 79416

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    Dr. Ruben Dario Villa's Practice 3

    5424 19th St # 403

    Lubbock, TX 79407

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    What hospitals are Dr. Villa affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Villa has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

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

    Dr. Villa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659367647.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Villa?

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

    What is Dr. Ruben Dario Villa's specialty?

    What does a Nephrologist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Ruben Dario Villa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Villa is affiliated with Yoakum County Hospital, Roosevelt General Hospital, Plains Regional 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

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    Is Dr. Ruben Dario Villa accepting new patients in Lubbock, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Ruben Dario Villa is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ruben Dario Villa offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Villa's office at (806) 368-6391 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ruben Dario Villa?

    Please contact Dr. Villa's office at (806) 368-6391 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Villa's office located?

    Dr. Villa's office is located in Lubbock, TX.