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39 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rodriguez, Hospitalist in Tampa, FL?
Dr. Rafael Rodriguez, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Tampa, FL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 39 years. Dr. Rodriguez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rodriguez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rodriguez’s office.
What languages does Dr. Rodriguez speak?
Dr. Rodriguez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Rodriguez typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Rodriguez 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. Rodriguez. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Sickle Cell Disease with Crisis
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Sickle Cell Anemia Crisis
- Sickle Cell Pain Crisis
- Vaso-Occlusive Crisis
ICD-10 Codes:
- D5700: Hb-SS disease with crisis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
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:
- 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Rodriguez typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Rafael Rodriguez may include:
Please contact Dr. Rodriguez's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Rodriguez accept my insurance?
Dr. Rodriguez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rodriguez accept in Tampa, FL?
Dr. Rodriguez in Tampa, 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
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Independent Living Systems
Medicare
State of Florida
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Rodriguez's office located?
Dr. Rafael Rodriguez's Primary Practice
3001 W Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
Tampa, FL 33607
What is Dr. Rodriguez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rodriguez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720059868.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rodriguez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rodriguez
What is Dr. Rafael Rodriguez's specialty?
Dr. Rodriguez is a Hospitalist near Tampa, FL.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Rafael Rodriguez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rodriguez is affiliated with Tampa General 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 a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Rafael Rodriguez accepting new patients in Tampa, FL?
Yes, Dr. Rafael Rodriguez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rafael Rodriguez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rodriguez's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rafael Rodriguez?
Please contact Dr. Rodriguez's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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