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Dr. Federico Del Toro, MD

Lafayette, LA

38 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Del Toro, Internist in Lafayette, LA?

    Dr. Federico Del Toro, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Lafayette, LA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 38 years. Dr. Del Toro graduated from Universidad De Carabobo, Valencia, Facultad De Ciencias De La Salud and completed his residency at University Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Univ Of Az Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine; Vet Affairs Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Del Toro is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Del Toro’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Del Toro’s office at (337) 233-6593.

    Where did Dr. Del Toro go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: University Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Univ Of Az Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine; Vet Affairs Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | U S DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

    • Medical School: University De Carabobo, Fac De Cien De La Salud, Valencia, Venezuela | Universidad De Carabobo, Valencia, Facultad De Ciencias De La Salud

    What languages does Dr. Del Toro speak?

    Dr. Del Toro and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Del Toro typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Del Toro 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. Del Toro. 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 here.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
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    • AD
    • Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Brain Degeneration
    • Dementia
    • Senile Dementia
    • Brain Degeneration in Elderly

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    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:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
    • N186: End stage renal disease

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Del Toro typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Federico Del Toro may include:

    Please contact Dr. Del Toro's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Del Toro accept my insurance?

    Dr. Del Toro accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 233-6593 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Del Toro accept in Lafayette, LA?

    Dr. Del Toro in Lafayette, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of Louisiana

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Del Toro's office located?

    Dr. Federico Del Toro's Primary Practice

    300 W Saint Mary Blvd

    Lafayette, LA 70506

    (337) 233-6593

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    Dr. Federico Del Toro's Practice 2

    307 Polly Ln

    Lafayette, LA 70508

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

    Dr. Del Toro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932118445.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Del Toro?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Del Toro

    What is Dr. Federico Del Toro's specialty?

    Dr. Del Toro is a Internist near Lafayette, LA.

    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. Federico Del Toro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Del Toro is affiliated with Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, Abbeville General Hospital, Ochsner Acadia General Hospital, Lafayette Surgical Specialty Hospital 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

    When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Federico Del Toro accepting new patients in Lafayette, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Federico Del Toro is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Federico Del Toro offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Del Toro's office at (337) 233-6593 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Federico Del Toro?

    Please contact Dr. Del Toro's office at (337) 233-6593 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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