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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vazquez, Pediatric Surgeon in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Walter Vazquez, MD is a Pediatric Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Vazquez completed his residency at Univ Of Ar Coll Of Med, Pediatric Surgery-Surgery; Wilford Hall Med Ctr Aetc, General Surgery. Dr. Vazquez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vazquez’s office at (619) 532-5953.
Where did Dr. Vazquez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Ar Coll Of Med, Pediatric Surgery-Surgery; Wilford Hall Med Ctr Aetc, General Surgery
Medical School: Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences,Bethesda
Is Dr. Vazquez board certified as a Pediatric Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Walter Vazquez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Vazquez speak?
Dr. Vazquez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Surgeon like Dr. Vazquez typically treat?
As a Pediatric Surgeon, Dr. Vazquez 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. 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:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Umbilical Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Gastrostomy
- Ostomy
- Feeding Tube Opening
- Stomach Stoma
- G-tube
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z931: Gastrostomy status
Also known as:
- Pilonidal Cyst
- Tailbone Disorder
- Sacrococcygeal cyst
- Pilonidal sinus
- Tailbone cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- L0591: Pilonidal cyst without abscess
Also known as:
- Sunken Chest
- Birth Defects
- Pectus Excavatum
- Funnel Chest
- Concave Chest
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q676: Pectus excavatum
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
What procedures does a Pediatric Surgeon like Dr. Vazquez typically perform?
As a Pediatric Surgeon, Dr. Vazquez performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Vazquez. 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:
- Gastrostomy Tube Replacement
- G-tube Change
- Percutaneous Gastrostomy Tube Exchange
- Stomach Feeding Tube Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 43762: Replacement of gastrostomy tube, percutaneous, includes removal, when performed, without imaging or endoscopic guidance; not requiring revision of gastrostomy tract
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Does Dr. Vazquez accept my insurance?
Dr. Vazquez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 532-5953 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vazquez accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Vazquez in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Where is Dr. Vazquez's office located?
What is Dr. Vazquez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vazquez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619949476.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vazquez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vazquez
What is Dr. Walter Vazquez's specialty?
Dr. Vazquez is a Pediatric Surgeon near San Diego, CA.
What does a Pediatric Surgeon do?
Pediatric Surgeons specializes in the management of surgical conditions in premature infants, newborns, children, and adolescents.
Is this Dr. Walter Vazquez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vazquez is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Diego 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
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Is Walter Vazquez accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Walter Vazquez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Walter Vazquez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vazquez's office at (619) 532-5953 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Walter Vazquez?
Please contact Dr. Vazquez's office at (619) 532-5953 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Walter Vazquez have?
Dr. Walter Vazquez is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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