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Who is Dr. Tavares, Internist in Lakeland, FL?
Dr. Agustin Tavares, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Lakeland, FL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Tavares completed his residency at St Barnabas Hospital. Dr. Tavares is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tavares’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tavares’s office at (863) 647-8011.
Where did Dr. Tavares go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Barnabas Hospital
Medical School: University Iberoamericana (Unibe)- Santo Domingo
Is Dr. Tavares board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Agustin Tavares, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Tavares speak?
Dr. Tavares and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Tavares typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Tavares 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. Tavares. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Testicular Hypofunction
- Testicular Disorder
- Underactive Testicles
- Low Testicular Function
- Hypogonadism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E291: Testicular hypofunction
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Tavares typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Agustin Tavares 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
Please contact Dr. Tavares' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Tavares accept my insurance?
Dr. Tavares accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (863) 647-8011 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tavares accept in Lakeland, FL?
Dr. Tavares in Lakeland, 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
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Tavares' office located?
Dr. Agustin Tavares' Primary Practice
1033 N Parkway Frontage Rd
Lakeland, FL 33803
(863) 647-8011
What is Dr. Tavares's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tavares's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588636393.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tavares?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tavares
What is Dr. Agustin Tavares's specialty?
Dr. Tavares is a Internist near Lakeland, 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. Agustin Tavares affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Tavares is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center, Moffitt Cancer Center Magnolia Campus. 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
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Is Agustin Tavares accepting new patients in Lakeland, FL?
Yes, Dr. Agustin Tavares is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Agustin Tavares offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tavares's office at (863) 647-8011 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Agustin Tavares?
Please contact Dr. Tavares's office at (863) 647-8011 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Agustin Tavares have?
Dr. Agustin Tavares is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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