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Dr. Rafael Climaco, MD

Fort Myers, FL

40 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Climaco, Internist in Fort Myers, FL?

    Dr. Rafael Climaco, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Fort Myers, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 40 years. Dr. Climaco graduated from University Of The East/Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center and completed his residency at NESBITT MEMORIAL HOSPITAL. Dr. Climaco is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Climaco’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Climaco’s office at (239) 461-6119.

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

    • Residency: NESBITT MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

    • Medical School: University Of The East/Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center

    What languages does Dr. Climaco speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Climaco typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Climaco 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. Climaco. 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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Birth Control Shot Check-up
    • Birth Control Implant Check-up
    • Birth Control
    • Injectable contraceptive follow-up
    • Depo-Provera monitoring
    • Birth control injection check
    • Contraceptive implant follow-up
    • Nexplanon monitoring
    • Subdermal implant check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3042: Encounter for surveillance of injectable contraceptive
    • Z3046: Encounter for surveillance of implantable subdermal contraceptive

    Also known as:

    • Birth Control Pill Check-up
    • Birth Control
    • Oral Contraceptive Follow-up
    • Pill Prescription Check
    • Contraceptive Pill Management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3041: Encounter for surveillance of contraceptive pills

    Also known as:

    • Primary Genital Syphilis
    • Syphilis
    • Genital chancre
    • Primary syphilis sore
    • Syphilitic chancre
    • The Great Pox
    • Lues
    • Treponema pallidum infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A510: Primary genital syphilis
    • A539: Syphilis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Gonorrhea
    • GC infection
    • The Clap
    • Neisseria gonorrhoeae infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A549: Gonococcal infection, unspecified

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Climaco typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Rafael Climaco may include:

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

    Does Dr. Climaco accept my insurance?

    Dr. Climaco accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (239) 461-6119 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Climaco accept in Fort Myers, FL?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Broward Health

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Climaco's office located?

    Dr. Rafael Climaco's Primary Practice

    3920 Michigan Ave

    Fort Myers, FL 33916

    (239) 461-6119

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    Dr. Rafael Climaco's Practice 2

    83 Pondella Rd

    North Fort Myers, FL 33903

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    Dr. Rafael Climaco's Practice 3

    9470 Healthpark Cir

    Fort Myers, FL 33908

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

    Dr. Climaco's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720058902.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Climaco?

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

    What is Dr. Rafael Climaco's specialty?

    Dr. Climaco is a Internist near Fort Myers, 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. Rafael Climaco affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Climaco is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Rafael Climaco accepting new patients in Fort Myers, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Rafael Climaco is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rafael Climaco offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Climaco's office at (239) 461-6119 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Rafael Climaco?

    Please contact Dr. Climaco's office at (239) 461-6119 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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