Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Garces, Rheumatologist in South Miami, FL?
Dr. Margarita Garces, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in South Miami, FL. She is board certified. Dr. Garces graduated from Instituto De Ciencias De La Salud and completed her residency at Jackson Memorial Hospital/Jackson Health System Program. Dr. Garces is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Garces’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Garces’s office at (305) 661-6615.
Where did Dr. Garces go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Jackson Memorial Hospital/Jackson Health System Program
Medical School: Instituto De Ciencias De La Salud | Universidad De Antioquia, Facultad De Medicina
Is Dr. Garces board certified as a Rheumatologist?
Yes, Dr. Margarita Garces, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Garces speak?
Dr. Garces and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Garces typically treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Garces 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. Garces. 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:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
Also known as:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M059: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Garces typically perform?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Garces 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. Garces. 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:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
- Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
- Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
- Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Knee Injection with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
- 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
Does Dr. Garces accept my insurance?
Dr. Garces accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 661-6615 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Garces accept in South Miami, FL?
Dr. Garces in South 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
Medicare
Sentara Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Garces' office located?
Dr. Margarita Garces' Primary Practice
6141 Sunset Dr Ste 501
South Miami, FL 33143
(305) 661-6615
What is Dr. Garces's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Garces's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548247521.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Garces?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Garces
What is Dr. Margarita Garces's specialty?
Dr. Garces is a Rheumatologist near South Miami, FL.
What does a Rheumatologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.
Is this Dr. Margarita Garces affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Garces is affiliated with Baptist Health South Miami Hospital, Homestead Hospital, West Kendall Baptist 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
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Is Margarita Garces accepting new patients in South Miami, FL?
Yes, Dr. Margarita Garces is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Margarita Garces offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Garces's office at (305) 661-6615 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Margarita Garces?
Please contact Dr. Garces's office at (305) 661-6615 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Margarita Garces have?
Dr. Margarita Garces is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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