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Dr. Samuel Velez, MD

Jacksonville, FL

18 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Velez, Anesthesiologist in Jacksonville, FL?

    Dr. Samuel Velez, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Jacksonville, FL. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Velez graduated from Ponce School of Medicine and Health Sciences. Dr. Velez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Velez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Velez’s office at (904) 202-2000.

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

    • Medical School: Ponce Med School | Ponce School of Medicine and Health Sciences

    What languages does Dr. Velez speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Velez treat?

    As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Velez 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. Velez. 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:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • 39 Weeks Pregnant
    • 38 Weeks Pregnant
    • Pregnancy
    • Full term pregnancy
    • Week 39 of gestation
    • Due date approaching
    • Week 38 of gestation
    • Ready for birth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3A39: 39 weeks gestation of pregnancy
    • Z3A38: 38 weeks gestation of pregnancy

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
    • Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
    • Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
    • Cardiovascular Clearance Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
    • Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
    • Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
    • I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease

    Also known as:

    • Mini-Stroke
    • Stroke
    • Transient Ischemic Attack
    • TIA
    • Warning Stroke

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z8673: Personal history of transient ischemic attack (TIA), and cerebral infarction without residual deficits

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without 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:

    • Having a Coronary Angioplasty Implant or Graft
    • Angioplasty
    • Coronary stent
    • Heart artery graft
    • Angioplasty device

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z955: Presence of coronary angioplasty implant and graft

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    Does Dr. Velez accept my insurance?

    Dr. Velez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (904) 202-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Velez accept in Jacksonville, FL?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Velez's office located?

    Dr. Samuel Velez's Primary Practice

    800 Prudential Dr

    Jacksonville, FL 32207

    (904) 202-2000

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

    Dr. Velez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942284716.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Velez?

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

    What is Dr. Samuel Velez's specialty?

    Dr. Velez is a Anesthesiologist near Jacksonville, FL. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Velez to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Samuel Velez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Velez is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville 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

    Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?

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    Is Samuel Velez accepting new patients in Jacksonville, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Samuel Velez is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Samuel Velez offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Velez's office at (904) 202-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Samuel Velez?

    Please contact Dr. Velez's office at (904) 202-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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