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Dr. Maria Vazquez-Pertejo, MD

Wellington, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Vazquez-Pertejo, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in Wellington, FL?

    Dr. Maria Vazquez-Pertejo, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Wellington, FL. She is board certified. Dr. Vazquez-Pertejo completed her residency at Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Immunopathology; Mt Sinai Med Ctr Of Fl, Inc, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology. Dr. Vazquez-Pertejo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vazquez-Pertejo’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vazquez-Pertejo’s office at (561) 766-1300.

    Where did Dr. Vazquez-Pertejo go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Immunopathology; Mt Sinai Med Ctr Of Fl, Inc, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology

    • Medical School: University De Valladolid, Fac De Med, Valladolid, Spain

    What languages does Dr. Vazquez-Pertejo speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Vazquez-Pertejo treat?

    As a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Vazquez-Pertejo 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. Vazquez-Pertejo. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Anemia
    • Anemia from Sudden Blood Loss
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency
    • Acute Blood Loss Anemia
    • Post-Hemorrhagic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified
    • D62: Acute posthemorrhagic anemia

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Potassium
    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Potassium
    • Hypokalemia
    • Potassium Deficiency
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E876: Hypokalemia
    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • Obesity
    • Severe Obesity
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E669: Obesity, unspecified
    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Uterine Fibroids
    • Leiomyoma
    • Fibromyoma
    • Myoma
    • Uterine growth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D259: Leiomyoma of uterus, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cigarette Addiction
    • Smoking
    • Smoking Addiction
    • Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
    • Tobacco Addiction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    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:

    • Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Low Transverse C-section Scar in Pregnancy
    • Prenatal Care
    • Horizontal C-section Scar (Pregnancy)
    • Low-lying C-section Scar
    • Prior Cesarean Scar (Low Transverse)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O34211: Maternal care for low transverse scar from previous cesarean delivery

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Does Dr. Vazquez-Pertejo accept my insurance?

    Dr. Vazquez-Pertejo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (561) 766-1300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Vazquez-Pertejo accept in Wellington, FL?

    Dr. Vazquez-Pertejo in Wellington, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Florida Blue / Guidewell

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • State of Florida

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Vazquez-Pertejo's office located?

    Dr. Maria Vazquez-Pertejo's Primary Practice

    10101 Forest Hill Blvd

    Wellington, FL 33414

    (561) 766-1300

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

    Dr. Vazquez-Pertejo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154393221.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vazquez-Pertejo?

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

    What is Dr. Maria Vazquez-Pertejo's specialty?

    Dr. Vazquez-Pertejo is a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near Wellington, FL. A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases. Contact Dr. Vazquez-Pertejo to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Maria Vazquez-Pertejo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Vazquez-Pertejo is affiliated with St. Mary's Medical Center - West Palm Beach, Fl, Good Samaritan Medical Center - West Palm Beach 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 Maria Vazquez-Pertejo accepting new patients in Wellington, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Maria Vazquez-Pertejo is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Maria Vazquez-Pertejo offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Vazquez-Pertejo's office at (561) 766-1300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Maria Vazquez-Pertejo?

    Please contact Dr. Vazquez-Pertejo's office at (561) 766-1300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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