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Dr. Richard Pena -Ariet, MD

Internist

Port Saint Lucie, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Pena -Ariet, Internist in Port Saint Lucie, FL?

    Dr. Richard Pena -Ariet, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Port Saint Lucie, FL. Dr. Pena -Ariet is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pena -Ariet’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pena -Ariet’s office at (772) 879-1112.

    What languages does Dr. Pena -Ariet speak?

    Dr. Pena -Ariet and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Pena -Ariet typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Pena -Ariet 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. Pena -Ariet. 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 here.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
    • Vital Signs
    • Normal BP reading
    • Blood pressure screening, all clear
    • Healthy blood pressure check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • History of Falls
    • Falls
    • Previous falls
    • Recurrent falls
    • Risk of falling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9181: History of falling

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • General Health Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Routine Check-up
    • Preventive Health Exam
    • Wellness Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Cerebral Atherosclerosis
    • Brain Disease
    • Hardening of Brain Arteries
    • Brain Artery Plaque
    • Cerebral Artery Disease
    • Brain Blood Vessel Hardening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I672: Cerebral atherosclerosis

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Pena -Ariet typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Pena -Ariet may include:

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

    Does Dr. Pena -Ariet accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pena -Ariet accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (772) 879-1112 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Pena -Ariet accept in Port Saint Lucie, FL?

    Dr. Pena -Ariet in Port Saint Lucie, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CareCentrix

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Pena -Ariet's office located?

    Dr. Richard Pena -Ariet's Primary Practice

    1420 SW Saint Lucie West Blvd Ste 107

    Port Saint Lucie, FL 34986

    (772) 879-1112

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

    Dr. Pena -Ariet's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225015852.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pena -Ariet?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Pena -Ariet's specialty?

    Dr. Pena -Ariet is a Internist near Port Saint Lucie, FL.

    What does an Internist do?

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Is this Dr. Richard Pena -Ariet affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Pena -Ariet is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital, Hca Florida Lawnwood Hospital, Hca Florida St. Lucie Hospital, Promedica Monroe Regional Hospital 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

    When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. Explore 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 Richard Pena -Ariet accepting new patients in Port Saint Lucie, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Pena -Ariet is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Pena -Ariet offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pena -Ariet's office at (772) 879-1112 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Pena -Ariet?

    Please contact Dr. Pena -Ariet's office at (772) 879-1112 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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