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33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Avila, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Sarasota, FL?
Dr. Jose Avila, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Sarasota, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Avila completed his residency at U Ma Mem Hlthcare-Univ Campus, Emergency Medicine; Worcester City Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Avila is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Avila’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Avila’s office at (941) 917-8507.
Where did Dr. Avila go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: U Ma Mem Hlthcare-Univ Campus, Emergency Medicine; Worcester City Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | University Mass
Medical School: Temple Univeristy School of Medicine
Is Dr. Avila board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Jose Avila, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Avila speak?
Dr. Avila and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Avila typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Avila 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. Avila. 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:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Avila typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Avila 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. Avila. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Avila accept my insurance?
Dr. Avila accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (941) 917-8507 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Avila accept in Sarasota, FL?
Dr. Avila in Sarasota, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
CareCentrix
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
HealthPartners
Humana
Medicare
Spectrum / Priority Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Avila's office located?
What is Dr. Avila's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Avila's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932183027.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Avila?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Avila
What is Dr. Jose Avila's specialty?
Dr. Avila is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Sarasota, FL.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Jose Avila affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Avila is affiliated with Sarasota Memorial Hospital 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Jose Avila accepting new patients in Sarasota, FL?
Yes, Dr. Jose Avila is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jose Avila offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Avila's office at (941) 917-8507 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jose Avila?
Please contact Dr. Avila's office at (941) 917-8507 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jose Avila have?
Dr. Jose Avila is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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