Dr. Francisco Pons, MD

Miami, FL

42 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Pons, Nephrologist in Miami, FL?

Dr. Francisco Pons, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Miami, FL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 42 years and is board certified. Dr. Pons graduated from Universidad Catolica Nordestana Facultad de Ciencias Medicas and completed his residency at Univ Miami/Jackson Mem Mc, Nephrology Mt Sinai Med Ctr Of Fl, Inc, Cardiovascular Diseases Worcester Mem Hosp-Im/Pth, Internal Medicine. He is a member of the NILF, DADE COUNTY MEDICAL ASSOCIATION, AMERICAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION, and AMERICAN COLLEGE OF PHYSICIANS. Dr. Pons is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pons’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pons’s office at (305) 388-5222.

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

Fellowship: CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE, MOUNT SINAI MEDICAL CENTER-GREATER, FL
Residency: Univ Miami/Jackson Mem Mc, Nephrology Mt Sinai Med Ctr Of Fl, Inc, Cardiovascular Diseases Worcester Mem Hosp-Im/Pth, Internal Medicine | University of Miami Affiliated Hospitals | INTERNAL MEDICINE, WORCHESTER MEMORIAL HOSPITAL, MA | WORCESTER MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
Medical School: Instituto Superior De Ciencias Medicas De La Habana,Havana, Cuba | Universidad Catolica Nordestana Facultad de Ciencias Medicas | Higher Institute of Medical Sciences of Habana

Is Dr. Pons board certified as a Nephrologist?

Yes, Dr. Francisco Pons, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

What languages does Dr. Pons speak?

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

English
Spanish

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

As a Nephrologist, Dr. Pons 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. Pons. 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:

Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
End-Stage Kidney Disease
Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 1
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
Chronic Kidney Disease
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
Kidney Failure
Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
High Blood Pressure
CKD Stage 3
Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
ESRD
End-Stage Renal Failure
CKD Stage 4
Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
CKD Stage 2
Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
CKD Stage 1
Early Chronic Kidney Disease
CKD Stage 5
End-Stage Renal Disease

ICD-10 Codes:

N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
N186: End stage renal disease
N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
N181: Chronic kidney disease, stage 1
N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5

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

As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Francisco Pons may include:

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

Does Dr. Pons accept my insurance?

Dr. Pons accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 388-5222 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Pons accept in Miami, FL?

Dr. Pons in Miami, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Doctors Healthcare Plans
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Sentara Health
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Pons' office located?

131 Kidney Treatment And Hypertension

13500 N Kendall Dr Ste 131

Miami, FL 33186

(305) 388-5222

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Dr. Francisco Pons' Practice 2

13500 N Kendall Dr

Miami, FL 33186

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What hospitals are Dr. Pons affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Pons has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Jackson South Medical Center,Miami, FL

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Recognitions

Memberships & Associations

Member of NILF
Member of DADE COUNTY MEDICAL ASSOCIATION
Member of AMERICAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION
Member of AMERICAN COLLEGE OF PHYSICIANS

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

Dr. Pons's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508849027.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pons?

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

What is Dr. Francisco Pons's specialty?

Dr. Pons is a Nephrologist near Miami, FL.

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. Francisco Pons affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Pons is affiliated with Jackson South Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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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