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Dr. Israel Caro, MD

Dr. Israel Caro, MD

Orlando, FL

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Caro, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Orlando, FL?

    Dr. Israel Caro, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Orlando, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine and American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Caro completed his residency at Univ Of Pr Sch Of Med, Geriatric Medicine-Family Practice; Univ Of Pr Sch Of Med, Family Medicine. He is a member of the AMERICAN ACADEMY OF FAMILY PHYSICIANS. Dr. Caro is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Caro’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Caro’s office at (407) 287-6363.

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

    • Fellowship: GERIATRIC MEDICINE, Trujillo Alto Health System, Trujillo Alto, PR | Geriatric Medicine - (University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine)

    • Residency: Univ Of Pr Sch Of Med, Geriatric Medicine-Family Practice; Univ Of Pr Sch Of Med, Family Medicine | Gurabo Comm Health Center | FAMILY MEDICINE, Trujillo Alto Health System, Trujillo Alto, PR | Trujillo Alto Community Health Center | Family Practice - (Gurabo Family Practice Center)

    • Medical School: University Of Pr Sch Of Med- San Juan Pr

    Is Dr. Caro board certified in Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Israel Caro, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Caro speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Caro treat?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Caro 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. Caro. 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 Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Peripheral Artery Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetic Nerve Damage
    • Diabetic Polyneuropathy
    • Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Diabetic Blood Vessel Disease
    • PAD from Diabetes
    • Circulation Problems from Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
    • E1151: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic peripheral angiopathy without gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Artery Disease
    • PVD
    • PAD
    • Poor Circulation in Legs
    • Blocked Leg Arteries

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Special Medical Examination
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
    • Specific health check
    • Detailed medical assessment
    • Special health screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
    • Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations

    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:

    • Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFpEF
    • Ongoing Filling Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • CKD Stage 3a
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
    • Chest Pain from Heart Disease
    • Angina Pectoris

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Mild Recurrent Major Depression
    • Depression
    • Mild chronic depression
    • Mild recurring depression
    • Mild depressive episodes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F330: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, mild

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • 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:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis with Spinal Cord Compression
    • Spinal Cord Disease
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylotic Myelopathy
    • Lower Spine Arthritis with Myelopathy
    • Spinal Cord Compression in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4716: Other spondylosis with myelopathy, lumbar region

    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:

    • Pulmonary Hypertension
    • High Blood Pressure in Lungs
    • Lung Hypertension
    • High Lung Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2720: Pulmonary hypertension, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Aorta
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Aortic artery hardening
    • Aortic plaque buildup
    • Aortic calcification

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I700: Atherosclerosis of aorta

    Which procedures does Dr. Caro perform as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Israel Caro may include:

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

    Does Dr. Caro accept my insurance?

    Dr. Caro accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (407) 287-6363 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Caro accept in Orlando, FL?

    Dr. Caro in Orlando, 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

    • CareCentrix

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Freedom Health

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Caro's office located?

    Dr. Israel Caro's Primary Practice

    11317 Lake Underhill Rd Ste 400

    Orlando, FL 32825

    (407) 287-6363

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    Dr. Israel Caro's Practice 2

    2955 SE 3rd Ct Ste B

    Ocala, FL 34471

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    Dr. Israel Caro's Practice 3

    1200 Lexington Green Ln

    Sanford, FL 32771

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    AMERICAN ACADEMY OF FAMILY PHYSICIANS

    Member

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

    Dr. Caro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427031707.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Caro?

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

    What is Dr. Israel Caro's specialty?

    Dr. Caro is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Orlando, FL. 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. Caro to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Israel Caro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Caro is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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?

    Explore Geriatric Medicine Specialist with 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 Israel Caro accepting new patients in Orlando, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Israel Caro is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Israel Caro offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Caro's office at (407) 287-6363 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Israel Caro?

    Please contact Dr. Caro's office at (407) 287-6363 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Israel Caro have?

    Dr. Israel Caro is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine and American Board of Internal Medicine.

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