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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Garas, Internist in Santa Fe, NM?
Dr. Wael Garas, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Santa Fe, NM with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Garas graduated from Ohio State University / College of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Nv Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Garas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Garas’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Garas’s office at (303) 415-4250.
Where did Dr. Garas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Nv Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine | University of Nevada School of Medicine Program
Medical School: Oh State Univ Coll of Med, Columbus Oh | Ohio State University / College of Medicine
Is Dr. Garas board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Wael Garas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Garas speak?
Dr. Garas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Garas treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Garas 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. Garas. 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 Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Which procedures does Dr. Garas perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Wael Garas may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Garas' office.
Does Dr. Garas accept my insurance?
Dr. Garas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (303) 415-4250 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Garas accept in Santa Fe, NM?
Dr. Garas in Santa Fe, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Department of Veterans Affairs
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Molina
OptumRx
Presbyterian Health Plan
State of New Mexico
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Garas' office located?
What is Dr. Garas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Garas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033181375.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Garas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Garas
What is Dr. Wael Garas's specialty?
Dr. Garas is a Internist near Santa Fe, NM.
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.
Contact Dr. Garas to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Wael Garas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Garas is affiliated with Christus St. Vincent Regional Medical Center 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 Internist?
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Is Wael Garas accepting new patients in Santa Fe, NM?
Yes, Dr. Wael Garas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Wael Garas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Garas's office at (303) 415-4250 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Wael Garas?
Please contact Dr. Garas's office at (303) 415-4250 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Wael Garas have?
Dr. Wael Garas is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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